Bench, a VC-backed accounting startup, abruptly shut down last week, leaving customers locked out. In a last-minute deal, Employer.com will acquire Bench and revive its platform. Customers can choose to retrieve their data or continue under new ownership. Employer.com, a self-funded HR tech company, aims to maintain continuity by calling back former Bench employees. This acquisition comes as tax season approaches, ensuring that clients can still rely on trusted bookkeepers. The acquisition price remains undisclosed, with both companies declining to comment on specifics.