Accounting Assistant 4

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: No

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.

The selected individual will report to the manager of Accounts Payable and will utilize SAP/S4 and Open Text to support Accounts Payable functions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, company policies and procedures, disclosure statements, and government regulations, as they relate to our accounts payable tasks.

Primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:                                              

• Timely and accurate processing of invoices
• Utilize SAP/S4 and OpenText to perform Accounts Payable processing of International invoice payments 
• Perform accounting activities within the context of GAAP, FAR, CAS, and corporate policies and procedures
• Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills to help resolve vendor and internal personnel inquiries
• Operating independently to provide exceptional customer service for the International Team
• Performing other duties as assigned
• Clearly and professionally communicating related accounting policies and procedures
• Developing solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity 
• Supporting month-end requirements for International invoices
• Multitasking and working independently to meet service delivery agreements

Basic qualifications:

• High school diploma and 6 years of experience
• Accounts payable customer service experience is a must  
• Intermediate skills in Excel and thorough knowledge of other Microsoft applications including Word and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail and accounting orientation, and the ability to multi-task and manage time  

Preferred qualifications:

• SAP  experience
• International accounting experience
• Experience in a financial services environment
• Government contracting experience
• Understanding of FAR, GAAP, and SOX requirements

Salary Range: $51,900.00 - $86,500.00

The 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.