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Finance Manager - Manager Level 2

Northrop GrummanUnited States🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 23, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Advance your career in a vital role at Northrop Grumman, a leader in revolutionary technological advancements, where you will drive critical financial processes and contribute to impactful missions. This on-site position offers a competitive salary range of $115,000 - $172,400 and a desirable 9/80 work schedule, perfect for driven finance professionals eager to make a difference and grow within a pioneering organization. Apply today to join a team that's not just part of history, but actively making it.

Quick Overview

Salary
$115k - $172.4k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
On Site
Location
United States
Posted
2 days ago
BudgetingCost AccountingFinancial ReportingForecastingVariance Analysis

Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: 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. Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams.

As a
Finance Manager – Manager Level 2 located in
Chandler, AZ
, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. As a Finance Manager, you will oversee key line forecasting, work authorization, implementation of EV reporting, program budgeting, estimating complete development and various other financial reporting activities. You will oversee the management of Program Earned Value in compliance to IPMR/IPMDAR data reporting requirements.

You will also manage baseline efforts and lead efforts for Initial Baseline Review (IBRs) with customers. This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Your Role and Impact

Lead the EAC process to include earned value analysis, hands-on EAC update revisions
Manage the monthly financial forecasting process to include analysis and recommendations on awards, sales, operating margin and cash
Prepare and present financial data to internal and external customers, including variance analysis and forecasts
Support internal and external compliance audits
Support pricing, proposal activities and contract negotiations
Oversee cash management to ensure timely invoices and collections
Collaborating with cross-functional partners including Operations, Engineering and Program Management
Providing direct management for a team of Program Control/Financial analysts
Other duties as assigned
Why you?

You’re the candidate we’re searching for if you are ready to achieve the impossible alongside like-minded innovators.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience in finance, accounting or program control– OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience in finance, accounting or program control
Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree
No clearance required to start
Experience with MS Office Suite
Experience presenting financial data to leadership
Preferred
Qualifications:
Prior leadership experience
Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance
Experience with Earned Value and financial reports on various contract types
Experience with U.S.

Government procurement and contracting, Cost Accounting Standards and FAR
Experience with SPFP financial forecasting system and COBRA earned value management system
Earned Value proficiency including Earned Value Guidelines and ONE NG System Description
Experience with the development of the Annual Operation Plan and Long-Range Strategic Plan
Aerospace & Defense industry experience
Active current U.S. Government Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S.

Government Secret security clearance
Soft Skills
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Strong analysis and critical thinking skills
Ability to communicate financial and program information efficiently within a matrix organization
Strong presentation skills and ability to present financial data to senior leadership
As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering a culture of excellence.

Skilled in building collaborative teams and customer trust, you communicate well, foster strong teams, and embrace change. Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:
Primary Level Salary Range: $115,000.00 - $172,400.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an

Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit
U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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