Our vision and mission: Paro is freeing business professionals from the constraints of traditional employment by empowering them to pursue meaningful work on their own terms. In turn, we are democratizing access to the business solutions that companies need. 

What we deliver

Paro provides flexible finance and accounting solutions to businesses via its network of highly vetted freelance experts. Through our proprietary AI-powered platform, we match clients with the best-fit experts to solve problems and drive growth. Our carefully curated expert community provides a range of financial services to clients, from basic bookkeeping and accounting to highly specialized corporate development and strategic advisory.

The Role

Paro is seeking to add a Staff Accountant to its growing Finance team. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for handling all accounts payable functions including, but not limited to, coding invoices, expense reports, managing AP aging reports, and ensuring invoices and payroll are paid timely. In addition, the Staff Accountant will work closely with the Accounting Manager to deliver accurate and timely financial statements as well as support ad-hoc projects of the greater Finance org.

Core Responsibilities 

• Accurately code invoices and ensure proper entry into QuickBooks Online 
• Assist with the implementation of a new employee expense reimbursement software
• Produce/analyze AP aging reports and process due invoices for payment
• Collaborate closely with HR to ensure payroll is paid timely and all changes to payroll are recorded
• Prepare month end journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, and assist with the month end close
• Maintain vendor ledger by setting up new vendors, collecting W9s, and updating payment terms
• Facilitate year-end 1099 reporting
• Assist with future ERP implementation and accounting data migration
• Other ad hoc projects as assigned

How You’ll Add Value

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in accounting, finance, or economics
• 0-2 years of professional experience in accounting or finance
• Working knowledge of GAAP
• Experience in QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, or Sage Intacct, a plus
• Multi-entity accounting experience, a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Ability to effectively communicate, both in writing and verbally, with management, vendors
• Be internally motivated and excited about career progression/advancement 

Who you are

We’re more interested in how you add to our innovative community than formal education or experience. That said, you will shine in this role if you: Believe that in order to be successful, you need to be surrounded with others who can be their authentic selves at work while driving forward the future of work with Paro. You value taking smart risks and having your colleague’s backs. You welcome challenges and are rigorous in ensuring all voices are heard. You are open to understanding each other’s experiences and communicating effectively together. At Paro we work hard, but we also want every employee to enjoy the journey. You work collaboratively, do the right thing, never settle and put your best work into everything you do.

Benefits at Paro

• Compensation - We offer a competitive based salary package depending on experience
• Benefits - We offer a comprehensive benefits package including: medical (Blue Cross Blue Shield), dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan. Paro currently does not match 401(k).
• Vacation - We offer our employees unlimited vacation, as we believe rest and recharging allows you to bring your full self into work. In addition to unlimited vacation, we observe all federal holidays and offer unique Paro Holidays during months there isn’t a federal holiday
• Office Environment - We have a beautiful, relaxed office space in River North, steps away from public transportation. We love our pets and have a pet-friendly office for your furry friends as well.
• Remote Work - Given our company’s mission to empower professionals to pursue meaningful work on their own terms, we believe we too can accomplish great things while not always together under one roof. Therefore, we accept remote employees in the following states: IL, OH, MI, AZ, WA, PA, NJ, NY, TX, IN, NV, and FL

​​More about Paro 

Join us as we shape the future of finance work. A mass migration to a workforce without boundaries is already underway, with many leading analysts predicting that 50% of the workforce will be freelancing by 2025. We recently raised a $25M Series B funding round led by Madrona Venture Group, with participation from existing investors Revolution Ventures, Sierra Ventures and KGC Capital, so we are ready and excited to invest in even greater growth as we disrupt the $500+bn antiquated finance and accounting industry!

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a company that embraces and celebrates diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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