Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Level 2 Accountant to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The selected candidate will report to the Manager of Accounting and support billing activities.
This position is located on site in El Segundo, CA with partial telework available (2-3 days in office).
The selected individual will play a key role in supporting Account Receivable (AR) goals and objectives and will work with the AR team to ensure strong processes and controls are in place. Candidate must be detailed oriented, have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and should have strong written/verbal communication and organizational skills.
Essential Functions:
Prepares, reviews, and submits customer billings
Applies principles of accounting to compile and analyze financial information to prepare Government and Commercial billings (Cost Type, Time and Material, Firm Fixed Price Progress Payments, Milestones, and Performance Based Payments) and perform detailed analysis of billings, collections in support of NGAS Business Sector contracts
Maintains and oversees collection of aged billed receivables
Monitors miscellaneous accounts receivable reporting and resolution of payment issues
Perform analysis of unbilled balances
Support monthly cash collection and forecasting goals
Interface with internal and external customers
Supports banking and treasury requirements
Support DCAA incurred costs and billing audits
Complete special projects as needed
We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly inclusive environment! We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees! Does this sound like what you're looking for?
At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance with 2 years of Accounting experience OR a Master's Degree in Accounting or Finance with stated experience
Familiarity with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Ability to work on site in El Segundo, CA
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Government contracting experience
Familiarity with GAAP, FAR, CAS, IFRS
Exposure to financial reporting systems, particularly SAP