Avalon is pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony Quartaro as our chief financial officer (CFO). With over 17 years of experience in finance and accounting, including over a decade of leadership at Sutherland and a strong background in both private and public accounting, Anthony will play a key role in driving our financial strategy and operational growth. 

Anthony will leverage his extensive expertise in controllership, risk assurance, audit compliance, M&A closure, and financial modeling to further strengthen Avalon’s financial framework and continue our growth trajectory. His deep experience in commercial banking, debt refinancing, private equity, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementations will support our commitment to enhancing financial performance.

“We are thrilled to welcome Anthony to Avalon as our new CFO,” said Jon Bates, CEO of Avalon. “His vast experience in the finance and accounting sector, combined with his proven track record of driving financial success and aligning strategy with financial goals, makes him an ideal fit for our team. We look forward to his leadership as we continue to innovate and grow.” 

Before joining Avalon, Anthony spent 12 years at Sutherland, where he played a pivotal role in the company’s financial operations. He drove key initiatives in technology investments aimed at improving operational growth and financial insights and consistently delivered strong ROI by aligning the company’s financial strategy with its overall business objectives. Additionally, Anthony spent five years at PwC, specializing in assurance and audit practices for both public and private companies. 

Anthony holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from St. John Fisher University and is a certified public accountant (CPA) in the state of New York. He resides in Rochester, NY with his wife, Kayla, and their three young children. 

“I am excited to join the Avalon team and contribute to the company’s continued success,” said Quartaro. “I look forward to working closely with the leadership team to ensure we remain at the forefront of financial excellence, delivering long-term value to our clients and stakeholders.”