This article provides a complete, practical walkthrough of the Wise Airtable Automate Triggered n8n agent. It connects HTTP Request, Webhook across approximately 1 node(s). Expect a Intermediate setup in 15-45 minutes. One‑time purchase: €29.

What This Agent Does

This agent orchestrates a reliable automation between HTTP Request, Webhook, handling triggers, data enrichment, and delivery with guardrails for errors and rate limits.

It streamlines multi‑step processes that would otherwise require manual exports, spreadsheet cleanup, and repeated API requests. By centralizing logic in n8n, it reduces context switching, lowers error rates, and ensures consistent results across teams.

Typical outcomes include faster lead handoffs, automated notifications, accurate data synchronization, and better visibility via execution logs and optional Slack/Email alerts.

How It Works

The workflow uses standard n8n building blocks like Webhook or Schedule triggers, HTTP Request for API calls, and control nodes (IF, Merge, Set) to validate inputs, branch on conditions, and format outputs. Retries and timeouts improve resilience, while credentials keep secrets safe.

Third‑Party Integrations

• HTTP Request
• Webhook

Import and Use in n8n

1. Open n8n and create a new workflow or collection.
2. Choose Import from File or Paste JSON.
3. Paste the JSON below, then click Import.
4. Show n8n JSON

   Title:  
   Automate Transfer Tracking with Wise and Airtable Using n8n
   
   Meta Description:  
   Discover how to automate your money transfer tracking using Wise and Airtable in n8n. Learn how a simple four-node workflow can instantly log transfer events to streamline accounting and finance operations.
   
   Keywords:  
   n8n, workflow automation, Wise API, Airtable API, financial automation, money transfer, webhook, low-code automation, integrations, transfer tracking
   
   Third-party APIs Used:  
   
   - Wise API (for monitoring and retrieving transfer details)  
   - Airtable API (for logging transfer data in a database)
   
   Article:
   
   Automate Transfer Tracking with Wise and Airtable Using n8n
   
   Efficient financial tracking is vital for ensuring data integrity and smooth operations, especially for companies managing multiple money transfers. With n8n—a powerful open-source workflow automation tool—you can connect services like Wise and Airtable with zero or minimal code to automate tedious manual processes. In this article, we'll walk through an n8n workflow that listens for transfer state changes in Wise and then logs the relevant data into Airtable automatically. This not only improves reliability but also enhances visibility and auditing capabilities for finance teams.
   
   Overview of the Workflow
   
   This workflow is composed of four main nodes:
   
   1. Wise Trigger (Webhook) — Listens for specific events in Wise, specifically changes to transfer statuses.
   2. Wise — Fetches detailed data related to the triggered transfer.
   3. Set — Extracts and formats the data necessary for logging.
   4. Airtable — Appends the formatted data as a new record in an Airtable base.
   
   Let’s break down how each component works together.
   
   1. Capturing Events with the Wise Trigger Node
   
   The workflow begins with the "Wise Trigger" node, which is configured to listen for the "transferStateChange" event using a webhook from Wise. When a transfer changes status—for example, from "processing" to "completed"—Wise sends payload data to this webhook. The webhook also includes metadata such as the transfer ID and profile ID (in this case, Profile ID 16138858) of the user or business initiating the transfer.
   
   Using webhooks as triggers eliminates the need for constant polling and provides near-real-time updates—an ideal approach for time-sensitive financial transactions.
   
   2. Fetching Transfer Details via the Wise Node
   
   After receiving the notification, the workflow proceeds to the "Wise" node, which uses the Wise API to retrieve full details about the transfer using the transfer ID from the webhook payload. This can include:
   
   - Transfer amount
   - Currency type
   - Recipient details
   - Reference note
   - Transfer creation date
   
   This step ensures we log detailed and accurate information rather than relying on partial data pushed through the webhook.
   
   3. Structuring the Data with the Set Node
   
   Next up, the “Set” node takes over to isolate and format the important pieces of transfer information we want to record. Fields such as:
   
   - Transfer ID  
   - Date of Creation  
   - Reference Note  
   - Transfer Amount  
   
   are extracted from the full API response. These values are stored as named fields to maintain a consistent structure that matches our Airtable schema.
   
   The node is set to "keepOnlySet" mode, which ensures that only the defined fields are passed on to the next node, optimizing performance and clarity.
   
   4. Logging to Airtable Automatically
   
   The final step involves the Airtable node, which appends all the formatted data into a predesignated table ("Table 1") within Airtable. Using your Airtable API credentials, n8n pushes each new record immediately upon a transfer event happening in Wise.
   
   This saves accountants or finance team members from manually checking the Wise dashboard and updating records. They can now rely on Airtable as a unified, real-time source of truth for all transfers.
   
   Why This Workflow Matters
   
   Manual tracking of financial transactions is not just time-consuming; it's error-prone. This automation offers several tangible benefits:
   
   - Real-time updates: Instantly log transfers as they occur.
   - Reduced human error: Data is fetched directly from Wise and formatted before logging.
   - Time efficiency: Eliminate repetitive logging tasks.
   - Scalability: Handle growing transaction volumes easily.
   
   Additionally, this setup is fully customizable. You could extend it by sending a Slack notification when large transfers occur or triggering a secondary approval process in another connected app.
   
   Requirements and Credentials
   
   To run this workflow, you will need:
   
   - A Wise business or personal account with access to the Wise API (for retrieving transfers).
   - An Airtable workspace with base and table prepared for logging the transfers.
   - An instance of n8n running (either self-hosted or via cloud) with webhook capability.
   - n8n credentials for both the Wise API and Airtable API properly configured.
   
   Conclusion
   
   With the right tools and integrations, you can substantially streamline your financial operations. This Wise + Airtable workflow in n8n is a powerful example of how modern automation tools can eliminate mundane tasks and improve data consistency across platforms. Whether you're a freelancer receiving payments globally or a finance manager overseeing multiple accounts, this workflow can save time, reduce errors, and let you focus on what’s most important: making informed financial decisions.
   
   Start using this workflow with your own credentials today and see what n8n can automate for you next.

5. Set credentials for each API node (keys, OAuth) in Credentials.
6. Run a test via Execute Workflow. Inspect Run Data, then adjust parameters.
7. Enable the workflow to run on schedule, webhook, or triggers as configured.

Tips: keep secrets in credentials, add retries and timeouts on HTTP nodes, implement error notifications, and paginate large API fetches.

Validation: use IF/Code nodes to sanitize inputs and guard against empty payloads.

Why Automate This with AI Agents

AI‑assisted automations offload repetitive, error‑prone tasks to a predictable workflow. Instead of manual copy‑paste and ad‑hoc scripts, your team gets a governed pipeline with versioned state, auditability, and observable runs.

n8n’s node graph makes data flow transparent while AI‑powered enrichment (classification, extraction, summarization) boosts throughput and consistency. Teams reclaim time, reduce operational costs, and standardize best practices without sacrificing flexibility.

Compared to one‑off integrations, an AI agent is easier to extend: swap APIs, add filters, or bolt on notifications without rewriting everything. You get reliability, control, and a faster path from idea to production.

Best Practices

• Credentials: restrict scopes and rotate tokens regularly.
• Resilience: configure retries, timeouts, and backoff for API nodes.
• Data Quality: validate inputs; normalize fields early to reduce downstream branching.
• Performance: batch records and paginate for large datasets.
• Observability: add failure alerts (Email/Slack) and persistent logs for auditing.
• Security: avoid sensitive data in logs; use environment variables and n8n credentials.

FAQs

Can I swap integrations later? Yes. Replace or add nodes and re‑map fields without rebuilding the whole flow.

How do I monitor failures? Use Execution logs and add notifications on the Error Trigger path.

Does it scale? Use queues, batching, and sub‑workflows to split responsibilities and control load.

Is my data safe? Keep secrets in Credentials, restrict token scopes, and review access logs.