Accountant- Top Secret Clearance

Accountant

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. This position description does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available. Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman.

The Financial Services Restricted Program Accounting team is seeking a motivated individual to join us as an Accountant. This role is crucial in supporting the Company's Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable services for classified programs, requiring collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders. The position is based in either Redondo Beach, CA, or Falls Church, VA, with no remote work option available.

Security Clearance Requirement : All candidates must possess an active Government Top Secret level clearance to support classified programs.

Key Responsibilities :

• Engage with internal customers daily.
• Plan and execute check runs for highly classified vendor payments, ensuring compliance with purchase order and invoice terms, as well as departmental policies and procedures.
• Prepare, review, and submit highly classified customer billings in accordance with contract terms and departmental policies.
• Reconcile outstanding payables and aged receivables.
• Monitor and report on cash flow for classified government contracts, including support for banking and treasury requirements.
• Prepare and post general journal entries.
• Support various internal and external audits.
• Participate in special projects as needed.

Candidate Requirements : Candidates must demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills during the interview process and provide examples of how they have driven success by identifying and communicating opportunities for efficiency and process improvement.

Basic Qualifications : This role can be filled as either a Level 02 Accountant or a Level 03 Principal Accountant, depending on education and experience :

Professional Experience Required :

Preferred Qualifications :