Assist in automating accounting processes using AI tools, analyze workflows, design automation solutions, and collaborate with various teams.
Technology Intern – AI & Accounting Automation
Los Angeles, CA | On-site
Overview
Westlake Financial is seeking a Technology Intern to support the automation and optimization of accounting operations using AI-driven tools and modern technologies. This role sits at the intersection of Finance and Technology, helping drive efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across key financial processes.
This is a hands-on opportunity to work on real business problems, applying AI to improve workflows such as reconciliations, payment processing, reporting, and data validation.
Key Responsibilities
- Leverage AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, OCR solutions, workflow automation platforms) to automate accounting and finance operations
- Analyze existing accounting processes and identify automation opportunities
- Design, build, and test automation solutions to reduce manual work and improve accuracy
- Assist in integrating AI solutions with internal systems
- Collaborate with Accounting, IT, and Operations teams
- Create documentation for workflows and automation logic
- Monitor automation performance and troubleshoot issues
- Research emerging AI technologies
Qualifications
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, or related field
- Strong interest in AI and automation
- Basic understanding of accounting concepts is a plus
- Familiarity with Python, APIs, SQL, or automation tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Detail-oriented
Preferred Skills
- Experience with financial systems or ERP platforms
- Exposure to AI tools or workflow automation (Zapier, UiPath, Power Automate)
- Knowledge of Excel, SQL, or Python
- Understanding of compliance or financial regulations
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience applying AI in financial services
- Exposure to accounting operations and workflows
- Opportunity to work on impactful automation projects
- Mentorship from Technology and Finance teams
What’s our pay rate?
- $25.00 per hour
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Top Skills
Ai Tools
APIs
Automation Tools
Excel
Ocr Solutions
Power Automate
Python
SQL
Uipath
Workflow Automation Platforms
Zapier
Hankey Group Los Angeles, California, USA Office
4751 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90010
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