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Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) of the Year!

Congratulations to Our 2026 CGFO of the Year:


Sharee Haynes-Dyer
Budget Manager

City of Davie

The Florida Government Finance Officers Association is proud to recognize Sharee Haynes-Dyer as this year’s Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) of the Year. This prestigious honor celebrates Sharee’s exceptional achievement, dedication to excellence, and commitment to advancing the field of public finance.

The CGFO certification is earned by passing a rigorous five-part exam covering Accounting and Financial Reporting, Planning & Budgeting, Treasury Management, Debt Administration, and Financial Administration. Sharee achieved the distinction of CGFO of the Year by earning the highest average score across all five exams for the year—a true testament to her expertise, discipline, and mastery of governmental finance.

Sharee exemplifies the highest standards of the CGFO program—demonstrating leadership, integrity, and a passion for professional growth. Her accomplishment reflects not only her individual excellence but also the important role strong financial stewardship plays in supporting communities across Florida.

Please join us in congratulating Sharee on this outstanding and well-deserved recognition!

New CGFO’s!! 

Congratulations to these members who recently passed all of their tests and now have their Certified Government Finance Officer designation!

Brady Anderson
Finance Director
DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office
Jamie Edelson
Financial Analyst
Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office
Natalie Enrico
Senior Accounting Manager
City of Cape Coral
Suzi Gehris
Fiscal & Program Manager
Fort Myers Fire Department
Janet Hunter
Financial Accountant II
City of West Palm Beach
Nadia Todor
Budget Officer
City of Oviedo