Principal Financial Analyst

Northrop Grumman

. Lead development and coordination of business-area indirect budgets, allocations, and overhead rates with AS Business Units .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeEl Segundo • California • United StatesLead💰 $94,200 - $141,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in financial analysis and forecasting within the aerospace and defense sectors, with a strong focus on compliance with FAR, DFARS, and CAS standards. Proficient in developing allocation methodologies and delivering actionable insights to stakeholders.

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Financial AnalysisCost Accounting Standards (CAS)FAR/DFARS ComplianceAdvanced Data ModelingMicrosoft Excel Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Financial ForecastingCost Allocation MethodologiesOverhead Rate ManagementSpecialized Financial CalculationsData AnalysisBudget DevelopmentFinancial ReportingAudit PreparationRegulatory ComplianceDirect Labor Rate Analysis

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingCommunication SkillsProfessional JudgmentCollaborationPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite

Industry Keywords

Aerospace IndustryDefense ContractingGovernment ContractingIndirect BudgetsOverhead AuditsAllocation BasesFinancial BriefingsDCAA LiaisonDCMA LiaisonSecurity Clearance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development and coordination of business-area indirect budgets, allocations, and overhead rates with AS Business Units
Provide advanced financial forecasting support for complex budgets, organizational rates, and overhead management structures
Develop and refine direct allocation methodologies and base structures for equitable, compliant cost distribution
Ensure rate and overhead practices align with corporate accounting standards, CAS, and FAR/DFARS requirements
Perform specialized calculations and financial modeling for special projects, strategic initiatives, and business-unit changes
Coordinate preparation, delivery, and defense of data for internal and external rate and overhead audits
Liaise with DCAA and DCMA regarding overhead submissions, cost impacts, and baseline rate reviews
Maintain audit-ready historical records, files, and justification documentation
Partner with AS Business Unit leads to establish allocation bases and consistency across financial models
Translate complex rate and overhead concepts into actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders, contracts management, and program executives
Prepare and deliver financial briefings and reports to senior management
Contribute to overhead planning, allocation accuracy, business-unit forecasting, and special projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related quantitative field required
Typically, 6+ years of progressive financial analysis experience, with a heavy emphasis on defense/government contracting or aerospace environments
Demonstrated experience working with direct labor rates, overhead rates, and structural cost allocations
Deep understanding of aerospace and defense industry financial practices, including overhead structures, direct labor rates, and fringe/material handlings
Strong foundational knowledge of FAR, DFARS, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and their application to government contract costing and rate agreements (FPRP/FPRA)
Robust understanding of direct allocation methodologies and pool-and-base relationships within a multi-tiered corporate structure
Advanced data modeling and analytical skills
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and broader MS Office applications
Solution-oriented problem solving on complex rate issues
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to exercise professional judgment under pressure during financial reporting cycles and regulatory audit deadlines
U.S. citizenship required
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required by the program; no clearance needed to start

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Overtime may be available
Shift differential may be available
Discretionary bonus may be available
Health insurance coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business