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Manager, Program Control
Northrop Grumman. Partner with the business area manager and functional staff to oversee all financial aspects of the business .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in financial management, including forecasting, budgeting, and compliance with government regulations. Proficient in Earned Value Management and financial analysis, with strong leadership capabilities to manage teams and drive strategic initiatives.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Financial ManagementEarned Value ManagementProposal PreparationContract NegotiationLeadership Experience
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Hard Skills
Financial ForecastingBudgetingVariance AnalysisEAC AnalysisRisk ManagementCost AccountingBusiness Case AnalysisFAR KnowledgeGovernment ComplianceProgram Control
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadership Skills
Tools & Technologies
CobraSAP/S4NGFPCOGNOSExcel
Certifications & Qualifications
Active U.S. Department of War Secret Security Clearance
Industry Keywords
Defense IndustryCommercial Software SalesLong Range Strategic PlanAnnual Operating PlanIndirect Rates
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCognos
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Partner with the business area manager and functional staff to oversee all financial aspects of the business
- Oversee program control analysts supporting programs and efforts within the business area
- Oversee key-line forecasting, work authorization, program budgeting, estimate-at-complete development, and financial reporting
- Develop business strategy and forecasting through the Long Range Strategic Plan (LRSP) and Annual Operating Plan (AOP)
- Prepare and present financial data, variance analysis, and forecasts to senior management
- Support pricing and proposal activities from draft RFP through award
- Review RFPs, FAR clauses, and contractual documents
- Own knowledge content for indirect rates, pricing strategies, cash management, and negotiation strategy oversight
- Ensure compliance with Northrop Grumman policies, Earned Value Management program controls, internal controls, and disclosed practices
- Support internal and external compliance audits
- Implement and manage program Estimates at Completion (EAC) according to company requirements
- Manage commercial product line costs/accounting and new business acquisitions/strategy
- Support miscellaneous program efforts, including closeout, expiring funds, and IWO facilitation
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree or higher with 7 years of industry-related experience in finance, accounting, or program control, OR a Master's degree with 5 years of experience
- People leadership experience
- Prior experience in proposal preparation/evaluations and contract negotiations
- Must be able to obtain and maintain an Active U.S. Department of War (DoW) Secret security clearance
- Thorough working knowledge of Earned Value Management, NG Program Control discipline, and EVMS software (Cobra)
- Experience navigating SAP/S4 system and interfaces
- Strong working knowledge of EAC analysis and Risk/Opportunity disciplines
- Solid analytical, leadership, and organizational skills
- Financial acumen covering income statements, balance sheets, financial forecasting, and business case analysis
- Understanding of DoW contracts, government Cost Accounting Standards, and the FAR
- Preferred: Defense industry experience and commercial software sales
- Preferred: Active DoW Secret security clearance
- Preferred: Management of a disbursed workforce
- Preferred: Experience with NGFP and COGNOS reporting
- Preferred: Involvement with LRSP and AOP strategy development
- Preferred: Commercial product line accounting experience
- Preferred: Strong computer skills with high-level Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and conditional formatting
Benefits
Comp & perks- Overtime eligibility, depending on position
- Shift differential, depending on position
- Discretionary bonus
- Health insurance coverage
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Savings plan
- Company-paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
- U.S. Citizenship required for positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions