Summer 2026 Intern - Finance Systems

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Workiva Inc.

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Ames, Iowa

Remote OK

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The intern will monitor and maintain finance systems, build data pipelines from Snowflake, and create automation recipes using Workato. They will also provide technical troubleshooting during month-end close and configure AI integrations for finance workflows.

Qualifications

You are actively pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Network Administration, or a related field. You have foundational knowledge of Python and SQL, and a basic understanding of REST APIs, with an interest in workflow automation tools and cloud data warehouses.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Python

SQL

REST APIs

Workato

MuleSoft

Boomi

Snowflake

RedShift

Sage Intacct

Coupa

Blackline

Workiva

SFTP

MCP

Job Description

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.

What You'll Do

  • System Health: Monitor and maintain finance systems to ensure they run smoothly and support daily business operations.

  • Infrastructure Support: Assist with the setup, configuration, and maintenance of end-user computing and telecommunication systems.

  • Data Pipelines: Build and manage data flows from Snowflake into accounting dashboards, ensuring all reported figures are accurate and complete.

  • Automation: Create and maintain Workato "recipes" to automate reporting controls within Sage Intacct and other finance tools.

  • Custom Scripting: Develop Python scripts and automation solutions to reduce manual data entry for the Accounting team.

  • App Administration: Perform configurations and testing (UAT) across the finance stack, including Sage Intacct, Coupa, Blackline, SAP Concur, and Avalara.

  • AI Integration: Help configure and test MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers to connect our internal AI/LLMs with Finance workflows.

  • Connectivity: Set up SFTP connections and manage REST API calls to ensure different finance applications share data correctly.

  • Close Support: Provide technical troubleshooting during month-end close to help the team resolve system issues and meet deadlines.


What You'll Need
Minimum Qualifications

  • Must be actively pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Network Administration or related field

Preferred Qualifications

  • 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.

Travel Requirements and Working Conditions

  • Minimal travel

  • Reliable internet access for any period of time working remotely, not in a Workiva office

Sponsorship Requirements

  • Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship now or in the future

How You’ll Be Rewarded

✅ Salary range in the US: $22.00 - $22.00

✅ 401(k) participation and match

✅ Paid sick leave

✅ A unique opportunity to further your learning experience through additional internship seasons

Why Join Workiva

Workiva is the platform designed to bring confidence, control, and a competitive edge to the world’s most complex organizations. Our AI-powered platform unifies finance, risk, and sustainability on a single, secure foundation—ensuring data is trusted, traceable, and ready to act on. With an unbroken path from source to output, leaders gain confidence in their numbers, visibility into current and emerging risks, and the ability to move with speed and precision in a constantly changing world.

At Workiva, you’ll bring technology to market that executives, boards, and regulators depend on. The work you do here helps organizations navigate uncertainty, maintain trust, and make decisions that stand up to scrutiny. If you’re energized by meaningful challenges, inspired by collaborative teams, and motivated to help organizations turn uncertainty into advantage, we’d love to meet you.

Employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other protected characteristic.

Workiva is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email earlycareer@workiva.com.

Workiva employees are required to undergo comprehensive security and privacy training tailored to their roles, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory standards.

Workiva supports employees in working where they work best - either from an office or remotely from any location within their country of employment.

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Workiva Inc.

Workiva Inc. (NYSE: WK) powers trust, transparency, and accountability. Finance, accounting, sustainability, risk and audit teams from more than 6,600 organizations, including over 85% of Fortune 1,000 companies rely on Workiva for their mission-critical work. We transform how customers connect data, unify processes, and empower teams in a secure, audit-ready, AI-powered collaborative platform. Learn more at workiva.com.
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