Principal Accountant
Job Description
Description
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems has an opening for a Level 3 Accountant to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The selected candidate will report to the Financial Controller and support financial and accounting activities. This position is located on site in St Rose, La with partial telework available after six months.
Essential Functions:
- Preparing balance sheets, profit / loss statements, and consolidated financial reports
- Analyzing and recording financial transaction ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Provide troubleshooting support and guidance
- Miscellaneous accounts receivable reporting and resolution of payment issues
- Perform analysis of unbilled balances
- Support monthly cash collection and forecasting goals
- Interface with internal and external customers
- Support a robust and efficient month end close process
- Manage bi-monthly payroll process
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of Accounting experience (9 years experience in lieu of degree requirement) OR a Master's Degree with 3 years of stated experience
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, particularly in-depth knowledge and experience working in Excel
- Ability to work on site in St Rose, La
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Government contracting experience
- Experience leading a small team
- Familiarity with GAAP, FAR, CAS, IFRS
- Experience working in proprietary financial reporting systems