AI Automation Specialist (Claude & Accounting Workflows)

About the Client
We’re helping an innovative accounting technology business find an AI Automation Specialist to help build the next generation of AI-powered bookkeeping and accounting systems.
The business is investing heavily in AI to transform how accounting firms operate—leveraging intelligent agents, workflow automation, and modern AI technologies to reduce manual work, improve accuracy, and enable accountants to focus on higher-value advisory services.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape the architecture of an AI-first accounting platform from the ground up.
The Role
We're looking for a highly capable AI Automation Specialist who can design, build, and continuously improve AI-powered bookkeeping and accounting workflows.
This is not a traditional automation role. We're looking for someone who understands both technology and business processes—someone who can identify automation opportunities, architect intelligent solutions, and rapidly turn ideas into production-ready systems.
You'll work closely with leadership to develop scalable AI agents, integrate business systems, and build automation frameworks that can evolve into a commercial AI platform.
Role Details
Commitment: Full-Time
Working Hours: Australian working hours
Location: Fully Remote
Engagement: Independent Contractor
Start Date: ASAP
Monthly Rate: US$1400-1600 (can be higher, depending on level of experience)
What You'll Do
AI Agent Development (Core Focus)

Design, build, deploy, and maintain AI-powered bookkeeping and accounting agents using Claude and related technologies

Develop intelligent workflows that automate repetitive accounting and operational processes

Build modular, multi-agent systems that work together as a scalable platform

Continuously identify opportunities to expand automation and improve business efficiency

Rapidly translate business ideas into practical, production-ready AI solutions

Accounting Workflow Automation

Build AI systems to automate:
Transaction coding and categorization

Bookkeeping workflows

Receipt and document processing

Data extraction and validation

Client information gathering

Request-for-information (RFI) workflows

Reporting processes

Time recording and billing support

Workflow escalation and exception management

Design human-in-the-loop workflows where AI performs initial processing and accounting professionals review exceptions

Develop confidence scoring, audit trails, and continuous learning mechanisms to improve AI accuracy over time

Systems Integration & Platform Development

Integrate AI solutions with accounting platforms including:
Xero

Xero Practice Manager

MYOB

QuickBooks

Zoho

Odoo

Build integrations with CRM systems, document management platforms, communication tools, APIs, and internal business systems

Design secure, scalable, and reliable automation infrastructure with appropriate governance and access controls

Support the ongoing evolution of an AI-first accounting platform intended for long-term commercial use

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

Work directly with leadership to prioritize, prototype, and deliver new AI capabilities

Participate in planning sessions and iterative product development

Recommend new automation opportunities and process improvements proactively

Contribute to the long-term product vision, architecture, and AI strategy

What We're Looking For
Must-Haves

Proven experience building AI-powered workflows, agents, or automation systems (at least 2-3 years)

Strong experience with Claude and Claude Code

Experience designing and deploying agent-based or multi-agent systems

Strong understanding of LLMs, prompt engineering, and AI application development

Experience building practical AI solutions for real business environments

Hands-on experience with Python, APIs, workflow automation platforms, and system integrations

Strong understanding of workflow architecture, process optimization, and systems design

Ability to independently design, build, deploy, and continuously improve automation solutions

Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

Strong written and verbal English communication skills

Nice-to-Haves

Experience within accounting, bookkeeping, financial services, or fintech

Experience automating accounting or finance workflows

Experience with Xero, Xero Practice Manager, QuickBooks, MYOB, Zoho, or Odoo

Experience building SaaS products or internal business platforms

Experience developing AI products intended for commercialization

Experience with cloud infrastructure, databases, webhooks, and event-driven architectures

Ideal Candidate Profile
This role is ideal for someone who:

Thinks beyond individual automations and designs complete business systems

Naturally identifies opportunities to improve operational efficiency

Enjoys solving complex business problems through AI and automation

Can move quickly from concept to working solution

Balances technical excellence with commercial thinking

Operates independently with a high level of ownership and accountability

Is comfortable working directly with leadership in a fast-moving environment

Communicates technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders

Takes a practical, outcomes-focused approach to AI rather than building technology for its own sake

If you enjoy building intelligent systems that create measurable business impact, you'll thrive in this role.
Recruitment Process

Initial Interview

Client Interview

Technical Assessment (if deemed necessary)

Offer & Onboarding

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