Accounts Receivable Manager

Methode Electronics•Southfield, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Methode Electronics is seeking a hands-on Accounts Receivable Manager to lead the Accounts Receivable function within the U.S. Shared Services organization. This role is responsible for driving collections performance, cash flow optimization, credit management, dispute resolution, and overall Order-to-Cash effectiveness while leading a team of AR professionals. The ideal candidate combines strong operational execution with people leadership. They will actively manage day-to-day AR activities while developing a high-performing team, driving KPI achievement, improving cash flow, negotiating payment terms, and building strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders. This individual must be a proactive problem solver who can identify issues, drive resolution, and influence business partners across the organization. North American accounts receivable experience is required; experience supporting global operations is a plus. This role will partner closely with Finance, Treasury, Commercial, Customer Service, and Operations teams to improve working capital performance and support business growth.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
5+ years of progressive Accounts Receivable experience with at least 2 years of people leadership responsibility.
Proven track record of managing AR KPIs, improving DSO, reducing aged receivables, and driving cash collection results.
Strong experience in cash management, collections strategy, credit management, and customer payment term negotiations.
Hands-on leader who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves while managing and developing a team.
Demonstrated problem-solving ability with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence customers and internal stakeholders.
Experience working within North American AR operations is required.
Advanced Excel and ERP system experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting global AR operations and shared services environments is preferred.
Manufacturing industry experience preferred.
OneStream and CMS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop an Accounts Receivable team while remaining actively involved in day-to-day operations.
Own and manage key AR performance metrics, including DSO, past-due balances, collections effectiveness, dispute resolution cycle times, and cash application accuracy.
Drive cash flow improvements through effective collections strategies, credit management, and customer payment term negotiations.
Partner with Treasury to support cash forecasting and working capital initiatives.
Build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders to resolve payment issues and improve collection outcomes.
Identify process gaps, solve complex problems, and implement continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and scalability.
Oversee customer billing, collections, cash application, credit reviews, write-offs, and allowance analysis.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and company policies.
Provide reporting, analysis, and recommendations to leadership regarding AR trends, risks, and performance.
Collaborate with U.S. and international finance teams to support standardized AR processes and best practices.