Summer 2026 Intern - Finance Systems

Workiva Inc.•Ames, IA

2d•Remote

About The Position

The Finance Systems Intern will work on a team that oversees the installation, routine maintenance, upgrades and daily support of the network, server and storage software. This role assists in the day-to-day operation of Workiva’s systems, and is constantly looking for ways to better meet internal customer needs.

Requirements

Must be actively pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Network Administration or related field
Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship now or in the future

Nice To Haves

Foundational knowledge of Python and SQL.
Basic understanding of REST APIs and how systems integrate.
Interest in workflow automation tools (e.g., Workato, MuleSoft, or Boomi).
Exposure to cloud data warehouses like Snowflake or RedShift.
Familiarity with finance software (e.g., Sage Intacct, Coupa, Blackline, or Workiva).
Basic understanding of accounting practices, such as the monthly close cycle and revenue recognition.

Responsibilities

Monitor and maintain finance systems to ensure they run smoothly and support daily business operations.
Assist with the setup, configuration, and maintenance of end-user computing and telecommunication systems.
Build and manage data flows from Snowflake into accounting dashboards, ensuring all reported figures are accurate and complete.
Create and maintain Workato "recipes" to automate reporting controls within Sage Intacct and other finance tools.
Develop Python scripts and automation solutions to reduce manual data entry for the Accounting team.
Perform configurations and testing (UAT) across the finance stack, including Sage Intacct, Coupa, Blackline, SAP Concur, and Avalara.
Help configure and test MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers to connect our internal AI/LLMs with Finance workflows.
Set up SFTP connections and manage REST API calls to ensure different finance applications share data correctly.
Provide technical troubleshooting during month-end close to help the team resolve system issues and meet deadlines.