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Founded in 2016 in Anchorage, Alaska, to help small business owners advance, grow, and succeed.

Luz Teresa Vaquera

Owner, Avance Accounting, LLC.

Our story

About Avancé Accounting

Founded in 2016 in Anchorage, Alaska, Avancé Accounting was established with a clear mission: to help small business owners advance, grow, and succeed. Drawing on my experience as an Auditor, I quickly recognized the challenges many businesses face in managing their finances and the difference that skilled support can make. For many small business owners, having the right person on their team to guide them through financial management can mean the difference between just getting by and thriving.

I hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting and have more than 10 years of experience in bookkeeping, payroll and payroll tax filing, cleanup work and new-business setup.

My primary goal is to reduce the administrative burden on clients, freeing them to focus their time and energy on the work that truly drives their success. I created Avancé Accounting to be more than just an accounting service. We are here to be a reliable and knowledgeable partner.

One of the core inspirations behind Avancé Accounting was to bridge a gap I saw in my community, particularly for Hispanic business owners who may face language barriers when dealing with complex financial requirements. With my own heritage as a source of pride, I’m passionate about supporting Hispanic entrepreneurs on their path to growth and prosperity.

At Avancé Accounting, every new business is welcomed with open arms and you can be confident that you’ll have an experienced, committed team on your side. Together, we’ll work to bring clarity to your finances and help your business reach its full potential.

Meet the team

The people behind your books

Doug Campos, EA, M.S. Tax

Enrolled Agent · Tax Planning & Preparation

Doug is an Enrolled Agent, a tax professional licensed by the IRS, with a Master of Science in Taxation. He brings 10 years in public tax practice and 10 years as a tax examiner in California, so he knows how returns are reviewed from both sides of the table.

Doug leads Avance Accounting’s tax planning and tax preparation for businesses and individuals, so our clients get bookkeeping, payroll and taxes from one team. Because he works from the books our team keeps, your return starts from accurate, organized numbers. About our tax services

Our business support team

Jovanni Molina

Business Support Specialist

I am a Public Accountant who graduated from the Autonomous University of Chihuahua, Mexico, in 2021, with five years of professional experience in accounting and tax-related services. My expertise includes general accounting, bank reconciliations, tax calculations, tax compliance, electronic invoicing, payroll processing, and the preparation of provisional and annual tax returns for individuals and businesses. I have experience using QuickBooks, CONTPAQi, and Aspel, as well as electronic banking systems and tax authority platforms. I am detail-oriented, organized, and committed to accuracy and continuous professional development. Outside of accounting, I am passionate about American football and serve as a coach at the Autonomous University of Chihuahua, where I have developed strong leadership, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Mariana Valles Hernández

Business Support Specialist

My name is Mariana Valles Hernández. I am currently in the sixth semester of my Accounting degree at the Autonomous University of Chihuahua. I consider myself a person who continues to learn and grow through the experiences I have every day.

I have had the opportunity to work at a jewelry store, where I gained experience in sales and customer service. I am working with the team as an accounting assistant and bookkeeper.

One of my main goals is to finish my degree, grow professionally, and achieve everything I set my mind to in order to have a good future.

I enjoy spending time with my pets and sharing special moments with the people I love.

Andre Molina

Business Support Specialist

Hi! My name is Andre Molina. I’m currently in my eighth semester of Financial Management at the Autonomous University of Chihuahua (UACH), and I’m also studying Accounting at UMOV. I have professional experience in accounting, payroll, and financial auditing. I consider myself a proactive, analytical, and entrepreneurial person with a passion for business, finance, and developing new ideas. I enjoy learning new things, taking on challenges, and looking for opportunities to grow both personally and professionally. I always strive to do my best, add value to the people around me, and continue developing the skills I need to achieve my goals.

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