Senior Financial Analyst
US$117,500 – US$176,500 / yr base salary
Posted 6 Aug 2026
Advertised as “Sr. Principal Financial Analyst”
BranchFactor Summary
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- Expected experience
- 6–8 yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- On-Site
- Contract
- Full-time
| Base salary | US$117,500 – US$176,500 / yr |
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No unique specialisation
Field of studyFinancial Analysis, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration (or related)
Study levelBachelor's or higher
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
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 Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is seeking a qualified Sr. Principal Financial Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located on-site in San Diego, CA or Palmdale, CA supporting the Air Dominance Division.
Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
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Supports Monthly/Quarterly Financial Reporting and Planning processes, including financial and cost forecasting, reporting and analysis, and profitability analysis.
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Supports development of consolidated program Long Range Strategic Plans (LRSP) and Annual Operating Plans.
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Works with the business management teams to develop strategies to improve financial performance based on metrics and to support the management & reporting requirements for the program.
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Support the management of program financials, including financial and cost forecasting, reporting and analysis, profitability analysis, and working capital analysis (accounts receivable forecasting, unbilled analysis, and aged receivables analysis).
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Supports review, analysis, and management of invoicing and collections.
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Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and documentation.
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Coordinate with the functional business management teams to develop strategies to improve financial performance based on metrics.