Melissa Ontiveros
About Melissa Ontiveros
Melissa Ontiveros is the Senior Vice President of Finance and Accounting at ADF, with over 25 years of experience in finance, accounting, and business intelligence.
Melissa Ontiveros - Senior Vice President of Finance and Accounting
Melissa Ontiveros holds the position of Senior Vice President of Finance and Accounting at ADF. She brings over 25 years of experience in the fields of finance, accounting, and business intelligence. Her extensive background and expertise contribute to her role, where she leads financial strategies and oversees accounting operations.
Melissa Ontiveros Education Background
Melissa Ontiveros earned a B.S. in finance from the University of California, Berkeley. She furthered her education by obtaining an M.B.A. from UCLA. This strong educational foundation has played a pivotal role in her successful career in finance and accounting.
Professional Experience of Melissa Ontiveros
Melissa Ontiveros was one of the earliest hires at ADF, joining the company in 2015 shortly after its founding. Before her tenure at ADF, she spent eight years as Senior Director of Finance at Websense, where she managed an international FP&A team and led the business intelligence cross-functional team. Prior to Websense, she worked at HNC (later FICO) from 1998 to 2007, advancing from Senior Financial Analyst to Senior Director of Finance.
Melissa Ontiveros' Role at Websense
As Senior Director of Finance at Websense, Melissa Ontiveros managed an international FP&A team and led the business intelligence cross-functional team. Her leadership in these roles contributed to the organization’s financial planning and analysis, aiding in strategic decision-making processes.
Career Growth at HNC and FICO
Melissa Ontiveros joined HNC, which later became FICO, in 1998 and worked there until 2007. She began as a Senior Financial Analyst and progressed to the role of Senior Director of Finance. During her time at HNC/FICO, she gained valuable experience that laid the groundwork for her subsequent leadership roles in the finance industry.