Staff Accountant

Thompson & Litton; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-Owned (ESOP)

401(k) matching

Health & dental insurance

Job summary

Thompson & Litton is seeking a Staff Accountant to bridge Project Management and financial operations in Radford, VA. You’ll manage full-cycle billing and ensure revenue integrity for diverse contracts.

You will work with Excel, Deltek Vantagepoint, and ADP, supporting payroll and month-end close while maintaining confidentiality and precision.

Qualifications

• Education: undergraduate degree in accounting (preferred).
• Technical Savvy: Excel; Deltek Vantagepoint and ADP experience preferred.
• Industry Knowledge: GAAP; experience in architectural/engineering/construction firms a plus.
• Communication: translate financial data into clear conversations with PMs and clients.
• Precision: detail-oriented with ability to meet tight monthly deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage Project Billing: generate invoices per contract terms (Hourly, Fixed Fee, or Percent Complete).
• Ensure Revenue Integrity: capture subcontractor expenses and reimbursables accurately.
• Optimize Cash Flow: post receipts and monitor aging for proactive collections.
• Support Payroll: process payroll using ADP with confidentiality.
• Master the System: maintain project billing rates and resolve ERP discrepancies.
• Audit Excellence: support year-end audits and special projects.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

GAAP knowledge

Financial integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

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.

If you're excited about joining a team who collaborates and innovates, we want to hear from you!