[YOUR NAME] Government Finance Manager | CGFM [Email] | [Phone] | [City, State] | [LinkedIn] ================================================================================ PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Government Finance Manager with [X] years of experience in public sector financial management, governmental accounting, and compliance. Expertise in fund accounting, grant administration, GASB reporting, and budget development for [state/local/federal] government agencies. Proven track record improving financial controls, managing complex budgets, and ensuring compliance with governmental accounting standards and regulatory requirements. ================================================================================ CORE COMPETENCIES Governmental Fund Accounting GASB Standards & Compliance Budget Development & Management Grant Administration CAFR Preparation Federal/State Compliance GAAP & GASB Reporting Internal Controls Audit Coordination Financial Policy Development Capital Project Accounting Debt Management Procurement Compliance Cost Allocation Plans Public Financial Reporting ================================================================================ PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE FINANCE MANAGER [Government Agency/Municipality Name] | [City, State] | [Year] – Present Financial Management & Operations • Oversee financial operations for [government entity] with $[X]M annual operating budget • Manage fund accounting for general fund, special revenue funds, capital projects, and enterprise funds • Ensure compliance with GASB standards and governmental accounting principles • Direct team of [X] accountants and financial analysts supporting government operations • Implement financial policies and procedures ensuring proper controls and compliance Budget Development & Administration • Lead annual budget development process coordinating with [X] departments and elected officials • Prepare comprehensive budget documents for council/board review and public hearings • Monitor budget performance tracking revenues and expenditures against appropriations • Process budget amendments and transfers in accordance with established policies • Provide financial analysis and recommendations to leadership on budget priorities • Improved budget accuracy reducing year-end variances from [X]% to [X]% Grant Administration & Compliance • Manage portfolio of [X] federal and state grants totaling $[X]M annually • Ensure grant expenditures comply with 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance) and grantor requirements • Prepare grant financial reports and reimbursement requests meeting all deadlines • Coordinate indirect cost rate calculations and cost allocation methodologies • Support grant audits including Single Audits under Uniform Guidance • Implement grant tracking system improving compliance and reporting accuracy Financial Reporting & CAFR Preparation • Prepare annual Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) in accordance with GASB standards • Coordinate year-end close process ensuring accurate and timely financial statement preparation • Prepare government-wide financial statements, fund financial statements, and required disclosures • Work with external auditors on annual financial audit achieving unmodified opinions • Submit CAFR to GFOA for Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting • Prepare quarterly financial reports for governing body and public distribution Capital Project & Debt Management • Manage financial tracking for capital improvement program totaling $[X]M • Monitor capital project expenditures ensuring compliance with funding sources and budget • Coordinate debt issuance process working with financial advisors and bond counsel • Track debt service requirements and ensure timely payment of principal and interest • Prepare debt capacity analysis and recommendations for capital financing decisions • Maintain debt management policies in compliance with state requirements Revenue Management & Analysis • Monitor revenue collections including property tax, sales tax, fees, and charges • Analyze revenue trends and prepare forecasts for budget development • Ensure proper revenue recognition in accordance with GASB standards • Coordinate with assessor/treasurer offices on property tax levies and collections • Improved revenue forecasting accuracy through enhanced analytical methodologies Internal Controls & Compliance • Establish and maintain system of internal controls safeguarding public assets • Implement segregation of duties and authorization procedures • Ensure compliance with state/federal regulations and procurement requirements • Conduct internal reviews identifying control weaknesses and implementing improvements • Develop financial policies and procedures manual adopted by governing body Audit Coordination & Resolution • Coordinate annual financial audit with external auditors achieving clean opinions • Support federal Single Audits ensuring compliance with Uniform Guidance requirements • Manage state audit examinations and address findings promptly • Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for all audit areas • Implement audit recommendations strengthening controls and procedures Pension & OPEB Accounting • Manage pension and OPEB accounting and reporting in accordance with GASB 68 and GASB 75 • Coordinate with actuaries on pension and OPEB liability calculations • Prepare required supplementary information and disclosures for financial statements • Monitor pension funding status and recommend funding strategies Systems & Technology • Implemented government ERP system (Tyler Munis/BS&A/CentralSquare) improving efficiency • Automated financial reporting reducing manual effort and improving accuracy • Established transparency portal for public access to financial information • Streamlined processes reducing month-end close time from [X] days to [X] days Public Service & Stakeholder Relations • Present financial information to governing body, committees, and public meetings • Prepare citizen-friendly budget documents and financial reports • Respond to public inquiries regarding government finances • Provide financial training to department heads and elected officials SENIOR GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTANT [Previous Government Entity] | [City, State] | [Year] – [Year] • Performed governmental fund accounting for $[X]M government organization • Prepared monthly and annual financial reports in accordance with GASB standards • Assisted with annual budget preparation and monitoring • Supported CAFR preparation and annual financial audit • Managed grant accounting and reporting for federal and state grants • Processed accounts payable, payroll, and revenue transactions GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTANT [Earlier Government Entity] | [City, State] | [Year] – [Year] • Maintained accounting records for governmental funds • Assisted with budget development and monitoring • Processed financial transactions and maintained general ledger • Prepared financial reports for management and external agencies ================================================================================ EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Accounting [or Public Administration/Finance] [University Name] | [City, State] | [Year] ================================================================================ CERTIFICATIONS Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) | AGA | [Year] Certified Public Accountant (CPA) | [State] | [Year] [Additional certifications: CPFO, CPFIM, etc.] ================================================================================ TECHNICAL SKILLS Government ERP: Tyler Munis, Tyler Eden, BS&A, CentralSquare (COBIS), Incode Fund Accounting: Tyler Financial Suite, Questica, OpenGov Grant Management: eCivis, Amplifund, GrantHub Reporting: GASB compliance tools, CAFR software, Transparency platforms Other: Advanced Excel, Access, data analytics tools ================================================================================ GOVERNMENTAL ACCOUNTING EXPERTISE GASB Standards (Statements 34, 54, 68, 75, 87, 96) | Fund Accounting CAFR Preparation | Single Audit (Uniform Guidance 2 CFR 200) | GFOA Best Practices Modified Accrual & Accrual Accounting | Capital Asset & Debt Management Pension & OPEB Accounting | Budgetary Accounting | Revenue Recognition ================================================================================ PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Association of Government Accountants (AGA) [State] Government Finance Officers Association [Professional development and continuing education activities] ================================================================================ AWARDS & RECOGNITION GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting | [Years] GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award | [Years] [Other relevant awards or recognition]