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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 has an opening for a Contract Administrator (Level 2) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The selected candidate be responsible for Contract Set Up Group (CSG) activities within Defense Systems Sector. This position will be based inNorthridge, CA, Mesa, AZ, Plymouth, MN or any NG onsite location.\nEssential Functions:\nInterpret Contract and enter into SAP Contract Setup Form - Analyze contract to determine setup requirements such as progress billings and international contract nuances. Work with stakeholders to collaborate on contract and setup requirements. Investigate and resolve issues to include billing labor category errors that have an impact on business management reporting and billing. Research and resolve setup errors that impact financial reporting. \nInteract with Contract Administrator and other stakeholders on SAP Setup - Lead formal and informal contract kickoff meetings. Communicate effectively to address key setup questions and to avoid setup errors. Provide recommendations to contracts and business management to prevent issues with financial reporting, invoicing, and cash. Employee is the liaison between the Contract Administrator, Program Control, Billing, Shipping and other impacted stakeholders. \nIncorporate changes into the SAP S4 HANA system that reflect negotiated and agreed-upon contract parameters and guidelines.\nSupport requests for data by programs, customers, and company management.\nRespond to system errors, identify and reconcile input errors, review outputs for data discrepancies. \nBasic Qualifications:\nBachelor's degree with 2 years experience, Associate’s degree with 4 years\nUnderstanding of government contracting.\nHighly proficient in Microsoft Excel with the ability to manage large sets of data and create pivot tables, charts, and graphs to summarize information. \nPreferred Qualifications:\nProficient in contract set up within SAP S4 HANA.\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $62,000.00 - $113,000.00The 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. 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