Junior | Staff Accountant

Uzin Utz North America•Waco, TX

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an inquisitive and detail-oriented Junior Staff Accountant to join our dynamic team. This role is a key player in the accounting team and will work to optimize processes across financial reporting, purchase order management, vendor reconciliations, and finance. If you are passionate driving accuracy and efficiency in financial processes, this is the opportunity for you. As a Junior Staff Accountant you will be at the forefront of accounting processes, shaping how we leverage SAP to achieve operational efficiency. You’ll work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to achieve accurate and timely processing of invoices to ensure on-time payments and reconciliations. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a global, innovation-driven company. The role is located at our Waco, TX facility but includes remote work flexibility! Uzin Utz North America, Inc. is a leader in flooring installation systems and a North American subsidiary of Uzin Utz SE, based in Ulm, Germany. Since 1911, Uzin Utz SE has been a global innovator in product systems for flooring installation and maintenance. We are committed to fostering a culture of safety, sustainability, and operational excellence across all levels of our organization. In the United States and Canada, Uzin Utz North America offers its products under the renowned UZIN, WOLFF, and PALLMANN brand names, delivering industry-leading solutions for flooring professionals. The Junior Staff Accountant will conduct research, with critical thinking and analysis to resolve invoice discrepancies and communicate to internal and external parties. The role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of invoices to ensure on-time payments, maintain vendor files, process disbursements The role supports the Finance & Accounting department developing and maintaining key reports, and assisting with general full-cycle accounting functions. The Junior Accountant also provides essential backup for critical accounting tasks and contributes to process improvements, automation, and ERP system (S4HANA) implementation initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
2–6 years of experience in accounting operations, staff accountant, accounts payable, or similar roles.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Effective communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact with all levels of the organization.
Organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

Identify and recommend process improvements to strengthen accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across accounting and finance functions.
Collaborate cross-functionally with purchasing, customer service, and operations to ensure alignment and streamlined processes.
Conduct monthly vendor statement reviews, reconciling vendor statements to SAP records.
Verify and enter invoices into the accounts payable system.
Accurate and timely processing of invoices with supporting documentation and approvals.
Prepare and process weekly payments via check, ACH, and wire transfers.
Review and reconcile expense reports for accuracy and policy compliance.
Prepare aging reports and analyze outstanding payables and receivables.
Assist with month-end closing activities and intercompany payment arrangements.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial entries and vendor accounts.
Assist with ensuring invoices and vendor communications are routed and addressed.
Support general full-cycle accounting as needed.