Patrick O'connell
About Patrick O'connell
Patrick O'Connell is a Senior Financial Analyst at BenchPrep, where he has worked since 2023. He has a diverse background in finance, having held various roles at companies such as CDW, ShipBob, and Hub Group, and he holds degrees in Business Administration and International Finance.
Work at BenchPrep
Patrick O'Connell has been serving as a Senior Financial Analyst at BenchPrep since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and supporting strategic decision-making processes. His expertise in finance contributes to the company's operational efficiency and financial planning.
Previous Experience in Financial Analysis
Prior to his current position, Patrick O'Connell worked at ShipBob, Inc. as a Senior Financial Analyst from 2021 to 2023. He also held various roles at CDW, including Senior Financial Analyst from 2020 to 2021 and Financial Analyst for 8 months in 2020. His experience at CDW included participation in the Financial Graduate Rotational Development Program from 2017 to 2020.
Educational Background
Patrick O'Connell studied at the University of Iowa, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus on Finance and Entrepreneurship from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, he attended the University of Vic University Central de Catalunya, where he achieved a Bachelor's Degree in International Finance and Entrepreneurship.
Early Career Experience
In the early stages of his career, Patrick O'Connell worked in various roles that provided foundational experience in finance and operations. He served as a Distribution Order Specialist at Follett Higher Education Group for 3 months in 2014. He also worked as a Storeroom Clerk at the University of Iowa Hospital in 2015 and held internships at Hub Group as a Sales Analytics Intern and Business Development Intern in 2015 and 2016, respectively.