Paro is the alternative employment model for the future of finance work. Through technology, Paro matches businesses with the highest vetted freelance bookkeepers, accountants, financial analysts, and CFOs who provide remote, on-demand, hourly support when clients need it. The company aims to empower business professionals to work on their own terms, from day one with Paro through retirement, providing professional expertise to young companies as well as Fortune 500 businesses. Paro vets the talent, accepting only 2% of those applying to its platform, to ensure every client receives access to deeply experienced professionals who are the best fit to solve their specific financial needs. In parallel, Paro harnesses AI to offer these finance experts the tools and insights they need to build their own businesses and enhance their professional success. Founded in 2015, the company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.