AP/AR Specialist (40423)

Company Summary:

At Young Innovations, we foster a dynamic environment where team members make an impact every day as part of a collaborative, inclusive culture. Together, we serve the dental profession and their patients, united in our mission of achieving a Lifetime of Oral Health™

We embrace diverse perspectives and encourage bold thinking, challenging traditional approaches with a bias for action. Whether you’re looking to expand your skills or grow your career, Young is here to support your goals and continuous learning. At Young, YOU are at the core of what we do.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a sharp, dependable AP/AR Specialist to join our team and own the day-to-day flow of money in and out of the organization. In this role, you will manage vendor invoices, customer billing, collections, and cash applications which contribute to keeping our books accurate and our relationships strong.

You’ll like this role if:

• You enjoy variety as no two days look the same when you're managing both AP and AR
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and speed both matter
• You like wearing multiple hats and being a go-to resource regarding AP and AR matters
• You're a problem-solver who doesn't let issues sit. Instead, you chase them down and close them out
• You want your work to be visible and your contributions matter

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Medium sized company – not too big, not too small – just enough to get things done and see your impact.
• Did we say benefits? Full medical, dental, vision, 401k, parental leave, paid holidays, paid time off, short- & long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, and more!
• You'll have real ownership of the AP/AR function — not just processing tickets, but improving how we work

Who you’ll work with:

• Reports directly to the Controller
• Partners closely with the Purchasing and Operations teams to resolve PO and receiving discrepancies
• Works alongside the Sales team to support customer invoicing and dispute resolution
• Interfaces regularly with external vendors and customers as the point of contact for billing and payment inquiries

What You’ll Do:

• Accounts Payable
  • Process high-volume vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner
  • Perform 3-way matching of purchase orders, receiving reports, and invoices
  • Prepare and execute weekly check, ACH, and wire payment runs
  • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies or disputes
  • Maintain vendor master file including W-9s and banking information
  • Monitor AP aging and ensure invoices are paid within agreed terms
  • Assist with 1099 preparation at year-end
• Accounts Receivable
  • Generate and distribute customer invoices accurately and on schedule
  • Post and apply cash receipts, checks, ACH, and credit card payments
  • Monitor AR aging report and conduct proactive collections outreach
  • Resolve billing disputes and coordinate with sales and operations teams
  • Process credit memos, adjustments, and write-offs per company policy
  • Track and report DSO (Days Sales Outstanding) on a weekly basis

Other duties as assigned