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Ambar Tavarez

@ambartavarez

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Accomplished financial and operations executive with nonprofit expertise.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that allows me to leverage my financial expertise in a mission-driven organization, focusing on strategic growth and operational excellence.

I am an accomplished financial and operations executive with over 8 years of progressive leadership experience in nonprofit administration. My expertise lies in strategic financial management, audit compliance, budgeting, and operational oversight. I have a proven track record of aligning financial strategy with mission goals, managing multimillion-dollar budgets, and optimizing internal controls. As a certified Nonprofit Accounting Professional, I am a trusted advisor to boards and executive leadership.

In my current role as Chief Operating Officer & Chief of Staff at the Africa-America Institute, I lead the organization’s financial strategy, ensuring fiscal integrity and long-term sustainability. I manage day-to-day operations across finance, HR, compliance, and administration, and collaborate with the President and Board to present financial reports and strategic recommendations. My previous roles have equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of financial operations, regulatory compliance, and team leadership, making me adept at improving systems and internal controls.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Chief Operating Officer & Chief of Staff

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Africa-America Institute

Oct 2021 - Present (3 years 9 months)

Led the organization's financial strategy, ensuring fiscal integrity and long-term sustainability. Managed day-to-day operations across finance, HR, compliance, and administration, overseeing regulatory filings and supervising staff.

Financial Strategy Operational Management Budgeting Compliance Risk Management Internal Controls Intacct

Finance & Operations Manager

Africa-America Institute

Jan 2020 - Oct 2021 (1 year 9 months)

Maintained full cycle financial operations, including AP/AR, audits, reconciliations, and grant tracking. Prepared financial reports and regulatory filings, while also overseeing employee payroll and retirement plan administration.

Financial Operations Financial Reporting Regulatory Compliance Payroll Administration Expensify

Administrative Assistant

Africa-America Institute

May 2017 - Jan 2020 (2 years 8 months)

Provided comprehensive executive support to the CEO and Board of Trustees, managing scheduling, travel logistics, and financial transactions. Assisted with HR functions, event coordination, and donor communications.

Executive Assistant Scheduling Travel Coordination Event Planning Microsoft Office Suite

Intern, Clerk

Africa-America Institute

Dec 2016 - May 2017 (5 months)

Supported fundraising operations by performing database entry and managing donor acknowledgments. Assisted with logistical coordination for various initiatives.

Fundraising Database Management Logistics Coordination

Special Education Teaching Assistant (Intern)

Prospect Interfaith Family Inn

Jan 2016 - May 2016 (4 months)

Provided tutoring to children in reading and English as a Second Language (ESL). Maintained detailed individualized case notes and progress reports for students.

ESL