Accounting Intern - GAAP, Analytics & Cross-Team Impact

Methode Electronics Inc.; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company contribution

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

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

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Quantitative skills

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Excel

VLOOKUPs / PivotTables

AI tools (Copilot / ChatGPT)

Job description

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