Data Mining Engineer

Location

Chicago, Remote

We deliver the most advanced and flexible learning experience for certification, credentialing, test prep, continuing education, and training. Our cloud‑based learning platform helps training organizations, associations, and the extended enterprise deliver a highly engaging and effective learning experience for individuals looking to advance their careers. As we celebrate nearly 11 million learners on our platform in 2024, we remain committed to helping people learn better—starting with our own people.

Bench Prep is looking for a hardworking, ambitious Staff/Senior Accountant to support its growing operations. This role reports to the Controller and will play a pivotal part in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, analyzing data, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

• Manage the accounting function, including account reconciliations, journal entries, AR, AP, and Billing.
• Analyze and review company expenditures, confirming proper allocation of expenses to departments.
• Ensure transactions are in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Analyze billing transactions to ensure proper revenue recognition.
• Review general ledger accounts and post monthly, quarterly, and yearly accruals.
• Assist in building financial statements, including balance sheet, income statement, and changes in financial position.
• Perform budget variance analysis and assist in designing budgets for management review.
• Prepare year‑end schedules for the annual tax returns.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA preferred.
• 3–5 years (Staff Accountant) or 5–8 years (Senior Accountant) in accounting or auditing; public accounting experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting systems (Net Suite, Intacct, Quick Books, etc.).
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and able to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Self‑starter, quick learner, and capacity to multitask.
• Team player with a positive attitude toward contributing and learning.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

The salary range for this position is $65,000–$85,000, based on Chicago market data.