Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA)

This week, we’re congratulating one of our own for becoming CPFO certified. Sam Naik is a senior consultant at GFOA. He pursued the CPFO certification to deepen his knowledge of financial management, complementing his extensive experience as a performance auditor. Through the certification process, he discovered GFOA’s resources and gained a new perspective on the daily responsibilities of GFOA’s members and clients. Becoming a CPFO not only broadened his expertise but also enhanced his ability to support members more effectively. Congratulations, Sam! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e6MCWpja #GFOA #localgov #leadership #CPFO

Local government budgeting involves balancing resources across departments, but this process can lead to competition known as "budget games," like padding requests to secure extra funds. This webinar, January 30, will equip budget officers to identify true departmental needs and navigate these tactics effectively. Learn insights from finance directors and city managers on managing these challenges. Register at https://lnkd.in/g-Dyj6ep. #GFOA #localgov #rethinkingbudgeting

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Our Fundamentals of Local Government Budgeting eLearning course returns in December. This course focuses on best practices for effective budgeting, long-term planning, and improved community outcomes. Each session will include presentations, discussions, and exercises on topics like budget structure, communication strategies, and balancing budgets during financial challenges. Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen your skills! Register today at https://lnkd.in/eEpwuBkx #GFOA #localgov

Our Fall Optimism Series continues next month. Fostering optimism in the finance office boosts productivity and morale, but strong relationships with other departments and elected officials are essential. This webinar, November 12, will provide strategies for building positive, cooperative relationships with key stakeholders, managing expectations, and resolving conflicts. Hear from Valerie Lemmie of the Kettering Foundation and finance leaders from San Dimas, California, and Liberty Lake, Washington, as they share their insights on effective cross-departmental collaboration. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g_2FTntW #leadership #localgov

We're seeking members to volunteer their expertise to aid in disaster recovery efforts. Opportunities include providing resources, serving on educational panels, and sharing lessons learned in various formats. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eg3w_S_M #GFOA #localgov

What projects in your community were #BuiltbyBonds? GFOA needs your help as we, along with our partners in the Public Finance Network, ramp up for the impending tax reform debate in the next Congress. Now is the time to start sharing examples and making the case for the preservation and enhancement of tax-exempt municipal bonds. To do this, over the next several weeks, we are collecting examples of projects from congressional districts across the country that were either wholly or partially financed using tax-exempt municipal bonds. Share your projects with us at https://lnkd.in/gS2i4_rv #GFOA #localgov #muniland

Congratulations to Kim Coffman, CPFO, CPFIM, ACPFA, budget manager for the City of Norman, Oklahoma, for recently earning the CPFO designation! With 16 years of experience in governmental finance, Kim started her CPFO journey to broaden her knowledge and gain new insights into the field. Throughout the certification process, she found debt management to be the most impactful area of study, as it highlighted the complexities of issuing and managing government debt. This achievement not only boosted her expertise within her organization, but it also set her up for future career advancement. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/emvQ7uhs #GFOA #localgov #leadership #certification #CPFO

What are #GFOA members' attitudes toward financial reporting? We've compiled the seven most interesting findings from a recent member survey. Key insights include thoughts on value perception, timeliness, accessibility, stakeholder impact/interests, public engagement, and ACFR elements. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g9_u3SC7 #GFOA #localgov #financialreporting #publicfinance #accounting

Our members continue to seek guidance about GASB 101, Compensated Absences. During this year's GAAP Update, November 14, we'll cover important pointers including a walk-through of an example showing one way to estimate the amount of a government's compensated absence liability using sampling. Register at https://lnkd.in/eQakkuCW. #GFOA #localgov #GASB #accounting #auditing #publicfinance