Accounting Intern

Methode Electronics Inc.; Southfield (MI); Presencial; USD 37.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company contribution

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Descripción de la vacante

Methode Electronics is seeking a motivated Accounting Intern to support accounts receivable and corporate accounting in a global public company environment. This internship offers hands-on experience with invoicing, cash application, reconciliations, month-end close activities, and financial reporting.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, gain exposure to U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements, and assist with process improvements and audit readiness initiatives while pursuing a

Formación

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Strong interest in accounting, financial reporting, or accounts receivable.
• Foundational understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsabilidades

• Assist generation, review, and distribution of customer invoices.
• Support cash applications (ACH, wire, checks).
• Maintain organized records for audit readiness and compliance.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Customer Service, and Finance to resolve discrepancies.
• Review and reconcile outstanding debits, credits, and balances.
• Assist accounts payable activities including invoice reviews and voucher processing.
• Support month-end and quarter-end close activities and reconciliations.
• Assist intercompany accounting activities (reconciliations, loans, dividends).
• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules under supervision.
• Assist in consolidation of financial statements per US GAAP and SEC requirements.
• Utilize Excel, reporting tools, and AI-powered tech to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Quantitative skills

Team collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business discipline

Herramientas

Excel

VLOOKUPs / PivotTables

AI tools (Copilot / ChatGPT)

Descripción del empleo

Methode Electronics is a global leader in innovative electronic solutions, serving industries such as automotive, industrial, aerospace, and consumer electronics. With a strong commitment to engineering excellence, quality, and continuous innovation, Methode delivers cutting-edge technologies that power today’s most advanced products. Our collaborative culture and focus on professional growth empower employees to make a meaningful impact while building rewarding careers. Joining Methode means being part of a forward-thinking team that values integrity, creativity, and driving the future of technology.

Summary: Methode Electronics is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Intern to support both the Accounts Receivable and Corporate Accounting functions. This internship offers hands-on experience in customer invoicing, cash application, account reconciliations, month-end close activities, and financial reporting within a global public company environment. The intern will collaborate with cross-functional teams, gain exposure to U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements, and assist with process improvements, financial analysis, and audit readiness initiatives. This role is ideal for students pursuing a career in accounting, finance, or corporate financial reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the generation, review, and distribution of customer invoices.
• Support cash application activities, including processing ACH, wire, and check payments.
• Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation to ensure audit readiness and compliance.
• Partner with Sales, Operations, Customer Service, and Finance teams to resolve account discrepancies and support customer account management.
• Review and reconcile outstanding debits, credits, and customer account balances.
• Support accounts payable processes, including invoice review, voucher processing, and freight invoice approvals.
• Assist with month-end and quarter-end close activities, including account reconciliations and financial analyses.
• Support intercompany accounting activities, including reconciliations, loan balances, dividends, and distributions.
• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules under the guidance of the accounting team.
• Assist in the preparation and consolidation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Utilize Excel, reporting tools, and AI-powered technologies to improve reporting accuracy, data analysis, and process efficiency.
• Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline.
• Strong interest in accounting, financial reporting, corporate finance, or accounts receivable functions.
• Foundational understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality, and time management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with VLOOKUPs, PivotTables, and data analysis preferred.
• Experience using AI-powered tools such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, or similar technologies to support data analysis, reporting, research, and process improvement is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Note: Candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States on a permanent basis post-graduation.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Frequent hand motion and repetitive tasks including using a computer for typing. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will occasionally do immediate reaching and overhead reaching to perform various duties, frequent standing for varied amounts of time to perform various duties, frequent walking for varied amounts of time to perform various duties. Squat or bend to perform various duties. Occasionally climb stairs.

Benefits and Perks:

• Methode offers U.S. employees comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Hearing, Life and Disability insurance, educational assistance, and paid time off benefits.
• Voluntary benefit plans include Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet Insurance coverage.
• Employees also have access to valuable discount programs that can contribute to lowering costs off certain technology, automotive, and home appliance products.
• In addition, Methode provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and participation in the Company’s 401(k) plan, which includes a company contribution.

Methode Electronics is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics per the EEO Poster available here.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Methode Electronics is a leading developer of custom-engineered and application-specific products and solutions utilizing the latest technologies. From magnetic signature sensing of mechanical and electrical properties to the revolutionary solid-state touch sensitive switches used in today's appliances and automobiles, Methode's extensive toolbox of technical solutions help our customers differentiate their products.

Our regional design and customer support centers, coupled with manufacturing campuses in the Americas, Europe, and Asia allow Methode to bring a total business solution to customers worldwide. We leverage the talents of our over 5,000 employees to serve a diversified group of customers in four market areas: User Interfaces, Sensor and Switches, Power and Data. Methode helps customers win in their end markets by providing an unmatched combination of customer focus, differentiated technology, problem solving and world-class manufacturing.