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Staff · 9+ years exp
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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 14, 2026. Northrop Grumman scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Northrop Grumman is an American defence contractor whose oldest predecessor was founded in 1939, and which took its present form through the 1994 combination of Northrop and Grumman. It builds strategic systems including the B-21 Raider bomber and the Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile programme, military and civil space systems, radars and electronic warfare equipment, autonomous aircraft, and mission systems and software for the United States armed forces and allied governments. Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia and listed on the New York Stock Exchange, it earns the large majority of its revenue from the American government and employs close to one hundred thousand people.
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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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 Defense Systems Sector is currently seeking a Technical Accounting Manager 3 to join our growing team of diverse professionals in McLean, Virginia. The selected candidate will become a part of our Sector Headquarters Financial Reporting team.

This position will report to the Director of Financial Planning and Reporting and perform technical Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) accounting research and other financial analysis as required. This high impact and high visibility role will work closely with the Sector’s division business management and Sector leadership team.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide on call technical accounting guidance.
  • Research and analyze application of accounting standards to complex business transactions.
  • Draft white papers summarizing technical accounting issues, application of accounting guidance to the company, alternatives available and recommendations.
  • Coordinate research findings and evaluation of alternatives with external auditors.
  • Prepare presentations of accounting treatment with recommendations and present to senior finance management.
  • Update Sector accounting policies for new accounting pronouncements and other changes.
  • Prepare and present accounting and policy training on an as-needed basis.
  • Perform miscellaneous financial analysis as required.
  • Review revenue recognition checklists, conclude on treatment and provide guidance on revenue accounting under ASC606.
  • Review estimates at completion (EAC)
  • Oversees sector accounting operations team and processes
  • Oversees sector Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) function

Job Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

  • Must have one of the following:
    • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline with a minimum of 9 years of accounting experience
    • Master’s degree in accounting or related discipline with a minimum of 7 years of accounting experience
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance
  • Must be able to work on-site in McLean, Virginia
  • Must be able to travel as needed (up to 10% of the time)
  • CPA License
  • Recent Big 4 or recognized public accounting firm audit experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong GAAP accounting proficiency and research experience
  • Good executive presence with excellent communication skills
  • Self-motivated, yet functions well in a team environment
  • Prior experience in Aerospace and/or Defense industry
Primary Level Salary Range: $159,500.00 - $239,300.00The 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. 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.
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