Technology Intern – AI & Accounting Automation

Hankey Group External•Los Angeles, CA

13h•$25•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

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