Ready to strengthen your government finance knowledge and connect with fellow professionals? The FGFOA Beginner Boot Camp will return this October as part of the School of Governmental Finance, offering an excellent opportunity for both new and emerging government finance professionals to build a strong foundation in key governmental finance concepts.

Registration will open in August, so be sure to watch for upcoming announcements and registration details.

Please note that space in the Beginner Boot Camp is limited. To provide all interested members with a fair opportunity to participate, seats will be filled through a random lottery selection process from those who register for the lottery.

To register for the Boot Camp lottery or attend any Boot Camp program, participants must be active FGFOA members at the time of registration. If your membership is due for renewal, now is a great time to ensure it remains current.

Don’t miss this valuable learning opportunity—mark your calendar and watch for the registration announcement coming in mid-August!

Are you ready to build a strong foundation in governmental accounting? The (FGFOA) is offering an intensive two-day workshop designed to introduce the core principles of accounting and financial reporting for state and local governments.

What You Will Learn:

✅ Fund accounting fundamentals, including different bases of accounting for governmental transactions
✅ Budgetary methodologies and control mechanisms for financial accountability
✅ Key budgetary accounting concepts essential for government finance professionals

Who Should Attend?

✔ New accounting/auditing staff
✔ Accounting professionals looking to advance
✔ Managers & supervisors with limited accounting experience
✔ Anyone needing a refresher on governmental accounting basics 

🔹 Limited to 30 participants per session for a hands-on, interactive experience
🔹 Participants are selected through a randomized lottery process
🔹 Earn 16 hours of AA Continuing Education Credits (CPE – A&A)
🔹 Receive a certificate of completion and a comprehensive course materials book

📍 Held at locations across Florida and the School of Governmental Finance, this sought-after workshop has sold out every year for the past six years!

📅 Spots are limited – Keep an eye on this space for updated dates and registration information!

We are excited to announce that can now schedule an FGFOA Beginner Boot Camp for your organization! 

These Boot Camp sessions can be customized to fit your needs and budget. We offer one or two-day sessions that allow you to choose from a list of topics, ensuring that your staff receives the training that they need to help your local government thrive.

Ensure that your team is equipped with essential knowledge in governmental accounting – secure your session today!

Contact Karen Pastula for more information!

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Seats for our Beginner Boot Camp are chosen by virtue of a randomized lottery. To register for the FGFOA Beginner Boot Camp Lotter or attend a Boot Camp, you must be an FGFOA Member!