Local Government Academy is proud to join with the Government Finance Officers Association of Pennsylvania to offer Budget and Finance Fundamentals for Local Governments.

Ensuring the public trust in fiscal practices of our communities is the shared responsibility of both elected officials and municipal staff who are charged with the management of public funds. This three-part webinar series will feature experienced government finance officers who understand the pitfalls and financial perils associated with managing municipal finances. All sessions start at 2:00 PM.

1. Successful Financial Management for Sound Decision Making. Wednesday, June 2, this session, will share tips on how to use your budget as a roadmap to create a common understanding with your officials.
2. How your budget can help you navigate through labor negotiations. Wednesday, June 16, instructors will help you refine your budget to estimate personnel costs and share best practice reporting to help with successful labor negotiations.
3. Implementing Internal Financial Controls. Wednesday, June 30, learn best practices and pitfalls of failing to have proper controls.

As the premier professional organization in Pennsylvania with over 600 members working in government finance, GFOA-PA is committed to providing networking opportunities, mentoring, quality and timely education, regional events, and other resources.

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