Accounts Payable Clerk

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. ### ### Methode Electronics is seeking a detail-oriented and highly motivated **Accounting Clerk** to join our U.S. Accounting Shared Services team in Southfield. This role plays a critical part in ensuring timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices, maintaining strong vendor relationships, and supporting broader accounting operations. ### ### You’ll collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure compliance with company policies, payment timelines, and financial reporting standards. This position reports to the Accounts Payable Supervisor and may also support Accounts Receivable activities and broader accounting initiatives. ### ### **Key Responsibilities** - ### Process and maintain **accounts payable transactions** across the full AP lifecycle, including invoice receipt, coding, approval, posting, payment, and reconciliation - ### Perform **2-way and 3-way matching** (invoice, PO, receipt) to ensure accuracy and compliance - ### Manage and monitor **ACH/EFT payment processing**, ensuring proper setup, validation, and execution - ### Work within **AS400 (CMS)** system to enter, track, and reconcile financial transactions - ### Validate and maintain vendor banking details, including **routing numbers, SWIFT codes, and IBAN formats** - ### Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and documentation gaps in a timely manner - ### Reconcile AP sub-ledgers to the general ledger and assist with month-end close activities - ### Support **1099 reporting processes**, including vendor classification and compliance - ### Collaborate with suppliers to ensure invoices are processed within agreed payment terms and maintain accounts in good standing - ### Generate and provide reporting on outstanding payables and aging as needed - ### Support Accounts Receivable team with ad hoc projects and cross-functional accounting tasks - ### Participate in special projects and continuous process improvement initiatives ### ### **Qualifications** - ### Associate’s degree in Accounting or equivalent experience - ### 2+ years of experience in **accounts payable or general accounting functions** - ### Strong understanding of the **end-to-end AP cycle** and accounting fundamentals - ### Experience with **AS400 (CMS)** or similar ERP systems preferred - ### Working knowledge of **ACH/EFT payment processes and banking formats** (routing, SWIFT, IBAN) - ### Familiarity with **1099 reporting and vendor classification requirements** - ### Experience performing **2-way and 3-way matching** - ### Exposure to **SOX compliance** and controls in a public company environment preferred - ### Experience in a **publicly held manufacturing environment** strongly preferred - ### Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word ### ### **Core Competencies** - ### Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - ### High attention to detail and accuracy - ### Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment - ### Data Management and accuracy - Ability to create, update, and maintain vendor records with high attention to detail. Must ensure data is complete and correct based on our internal requirements. - ### Compliance - Understands regulatory requirements and internal controls. Able to validate documentation, especially around banking information. - ### Process discipline and documentation…