Meet Armando Vargas

Armando Vargas is the Corporate Controller at Advent Resources, bringing more than 15 years of deep expertise in finance, accounting, and strategic business planning to the organization. His leadership supports Advent’s financial health, transparency, and growth as the company continues to power dealership success with its end-to-end automotive sales platform.

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Armando began his career at the well-respected CPA firm Pannell Kerr Forster (now PKF International), where he conducted financial audits and analyses with a strong focus on accuracy, regulatory compliance, and GAAP standards. His early work laid the foundation for his data-driven approach to strategic financial management.

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He then served as Financial Controller at startup Prospero Media Services, Inc., where he spent seven years securing capital from international equity firms, leading budgeting and forecasting initiatives, and building a global accounting team. His leadership helped drive financial stability and operational scale during a period of rapid organizational growth.

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At Advent Resources, Armando leads all financial operations, including auditing, tax, treasury, and legal compliance. He plays a critical role in delivering timely financial insights to the executive team, optimizing reporting processes, and identifying new revenue opportunities and cost-saving initiatives that benefit both the company and its clients.

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Armando earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting from California State University, Los Angeles. Outside of work, he enjoys coaching youth sports and spending quality time with his wife and two children.