Staff Accountant

Thompson & Litton Inc; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-Owned (ESOP)

401(k) matching

Health and dental insurance

Job summary

Thompson & Litton Inc. is seeking a Staff Accountant to bridge Project Managers and financial operations, ensuring the health of the revenue stream for a multi-disciplined firm in the Johnson City area.

You will manage full-cycle billing, capture subcontractor expenses, post receipts, and support payroll with ADP, while maintaining billing rates in Deltek Vantagepoint. A solid GAAP background and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Strong Excel skills and knowledge of GAAP.
• Experience communicating financial data to project teams.
• Ability to meet tight monthly deadlines with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle project billing and invoicing per contract terms.
• Ensure revenue integrity by capturing subcontractor expenses and reimbursements.
• Post daily receipts and monitor aging for collections.
• Assist payroll processing with ADP, keeping confidentiality.
• Maintain project-specific billing rates in Deltek Vantagepoint.
• Support year-end audits and special accounting projects.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

GAAP

Education

Accounting degree

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

ADP

Job description

The Financial Architecture Behind the Designs.

Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys the rhythm of project-based billing? Thompson & Litton is seeking a Staff Accountant to serve as a vital bridge between our Project Managers and our financial operations. In this role, you aren't just 'crunching numbers'—you are ensuring the revenue stream of a multi-disciplined firm remains healthy, supporting projects that literally change the map of our region.

The Role: Impact & Accuracy

As a Staff Accountant, you will manage the full-cycle billing process and serve as a key resource for our Project Management team. You will:

• Manage Project Billing: Collaborate with Project Managers (PMs) to generate complex invoices tailored to specific contract terms (Hourly, Fixed Fee, or Percent Complete).
• Ensure Revenue Integrity: Capture sub-consultant expenses and reimbursable costs accurately to ensure every dollar is accounted for.
• Optimize Cash Flow: Post daily receipts and lead proactive, professional collection efforts by monitoring aging reports.
• Support Payroll: Process firm-wide payroll with a high degree of accuracy and strict confidentiality using ADP.
• Master the System: Maintain project-specific billing rates and resolve discrepancies within our Deltek Vantagepoint ERP system.
• Audit Excellence: Provide critical support for year-end audits and special projects as directed by the Director of Accounting.

What You Bring

• Education: An undergraduate degree from a four-year college (Accounting major preferred).
• Technical Savvy: Proficiency in Excel is a must. Preferred experience with Deltek Vantagepoint (ERP) and ADP.
• Industry Knowledge: A solid understanding of GAAP. Experience within an Architectural, Engineering, or Construction firm is a significant plus.
• Communication: The ability to translate financial data into clear conversations with technical Project Managers and external clients.
• Precision: An obsession with detail and a proven ability to meet tight monthly deadlines.

Why Thompson & Litton?

• Employee-Owned (ESOP): Work for a firm where you are a shareholder. As an accountant, you'll truly appreciate the long-term wealth-building power of our 100% employee-owned structure.
• Stability & Growth: Join a multi-office firm with a diverse client base and a deep history in the mid-Atlantic region.
• Collaborative Culture: We value the 'human' side of finance. You'll be an integrated partner to our design teams, not just someone in a back office.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, 401(k) matching, and a full suite of health and dental insurance.