Accounting Assistant 4

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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 Financial Shared Services is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our Accounts Payable team. This role will report to the Accounts Payable Manager and will be responsible for verifying the accuracy of invoices and other financial records, reconciling purchase order transactions, and compiling data to prepare various reports. The ideal candidate will have experience with purchase order-related accounts payable processes, demonstrate strong customer service skills, and possess the ability to effectively communicate accounting policies and procedures in a professional manner.

Additional responsibilities will include:

• Utilize Costpoint (Deltek) & Perceptive Content to perform Accounts Payable PO processing of invoices
• 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 inquiries
• Research and answer audit request from both internal and external auditors.
• Develops solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity                     
• Supports month-end requirements
• The ability to multitask and work independently to meet service delivery agreements
• Thrive in a collaborative environment and have a keen eye for accuracy,
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma and 6 years of work experience
• Experience in Account Payable or General Accounting
• Intermediate skills in Excel and thorough knowledge of other Microsoft applications including Word and Outlook
• Excellent Customer experience/ skill set and mindset
• Strong attention to detail, accounting oriented knowledge base, and the ability to multi task, manage time, and prioritize.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP Experience
• Degree in Accounting, Business Management, Finance, or other related field.
• Experience in a financial shared services environment
• Gov’t contracting experience.
• Advance Excel Skills
• 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.