Posted:
2/5/2026, 10:52:14 PM
Location(s):
McLean, Virginia, United States ⋅ Virginia, United States
Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Finance & Banking
Workplace Type:
On-site
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems Sector is seeking a Principal Financial Analyst
This position will report to the Manager of Financial Reporting and perform financial reporting activities for our Defense Systems Sector. This high impact role will work closely with sector, division, and program business management teams. The position will require sitting onsite in McLean, Virginia.
Position Responsibilities and duties include:
Assist with the sector monthly and quarterly financial close deliverables
Coordinate and consolidate financial statements
Maintain month-end closing documentation
Assist with preparation of year-end financial reporting packages and tax packages
Prepare financial statement analytics and other quarterly management reports
Provide audit support related to SOX, internal, and external financial statement audits
Support Financial Reporting SOX compliance and maintain evidence of the operation of controls
Provide financial reporting support for special projects
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience or a Master’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience, Must have 9 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
Experience with financial statements and general accounting principles
Must be able to work onsite in McLean, Virginia.
**Directly relevant Public Accounting may account for an additional year of experience for each year of relevant experience**
Preferred Qualifications:
Public accounting experience
Certified public accountant
Experience with SAP and Hyperion Financial Management
Prior experience in the aerospace and defense industry
Self-motivated, yet functions well in a team environment
Detail and results oriented; ability to deliver timely and accurate results under time sensitive conditions
Analytical; makes recommendations using acquired data and cumulative experience.
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
Website: https://northropgrumman.com/
Headquarter Location: Falls Church, Virginia, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1994
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: Data Integration ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Remote Sensing ⋅ Security ⋅ Software