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A Business Advisor for State & Local Governments
Brown Edwards has the expertise to help manage your professional, operational, and technical challenges. We have served as a trusted partner to state and local government entities across the Mid-Atlantic region. Our specialized governmental team serves more than 150 organizations, from small municipalities to large agencies with revenues ranging from $10,000 to $2 billion.
We understand the unique challenges facing government entities, from regulatory compliance to operational efficiency. Our expertise includes governmental accounting standards, federal and state compliance requirements, and public sector-specific reporting needs.
Our governmental services encompass financial statement preparation and audits, compliance reporting for federal and state programs, internal control evaluation, operational reviews, and strategic planning. We help organizations strengthen their financial controls while improving operational effectiveness.
Working with entities of varying sizes and complexities has given us deep insight into best practices and emerging challenges in governmental operations. We leverage this knowledge to provide tailored solutions that address your specific needs while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
Partner with Brown Edwards to navigate the complexities of governmental accounting and operations with confidence. Our team’s dedication to public sector excellence ensures you receive the specialized expertise needed to serve your community effectively.
Government Entities We Serve
State & Local Government
Municipalities
Towns
Counties/Cities
Special-Purpose
Community Service Boards
Agencies & Authorities
Housing Authorities
Economic Development
State Agencies & Depts.
Jail Authorities
Regional Cooperative Authorities
Educational Districts
School Districts
School Activity Funds
Transportation
& Utilities
Airports
Public Transit
Local Utility Co-ops
Water/Sewage Utilities
Our Commitment to the Government and Public Sector
Experience Matters
Years of Experience in Government
Government Entities Served
We specialize in state and local government entities and have more than 40 years of experience providing counsel to more than 150 entities.
Our team members serve as exhibitors, sponsors, and speakers at industry associations, such as AICPA’s Governmental Audit Quality Center (GAQC), the Virginia Association of School Business Officials (VASBO), and the Government Finance Officers Association including representing the states of Virginia, West Virginia, and Tennessee.
Our Government Services group is comprised of government auditors and experienced consultants. We routinely bring in practitioners from around the firm who specialize in areas such as construction, employee benefit plan services, healthcare, real estate, and telecommunications.
Our team stays on top of changes in the industry through participation in the following organizations:
Services for State & Local Governments
Audit
Audit Services
- Financial statement audits
- Federal Single Audits
- State compliance audits
- Outsourced internal audit services
Pre-Audit Consulting Services
Pre-Audit Services
- Cash to accrual adjustments
- Financial statement preparation
- Capital asset assistance
- Lease and SBITA accounting assistance
- Debt accounting assistance
Consulting, Outsourced Accounting, and Advisory
These services include:
- Internal control evaluation and design
- Bookkeeping services
- Bank reconciliation services
IT Consulting
Peer Review and Quality Control Assistance
These services include:
- Peer review of federal, state, and local governmental audits
- Peer review of HUD audits
- Internal inspection assistance
- Outsourced quality control reviews
Historic Tax Credits
These services include:
- Audits
- Agreed Upon Procedures
- Consulting
- Tax compliance and returns
Thought Leadership
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State & Local Government Forum
Government finance and accounting professionals attend our annual hybrid event on new accounting and reporting requirements as well as other relevant topics that impact operations.
Contact our State and Local Government Team
Partner, Governmental Practice Leader
Chris Banta, CPA, CFE
Chris serves as the leader of the firm's State and Local Governmental Practice serving clients in Virginia, West Virginia, and Tennessee. Chris has been with the firm for over 21 years and is also a certified fraud examiner, providing litigation support, as well as fraud investigations and internal control evaluations. Chris also serves various other industries including beverage and other distributors, national fraternities, electric cooperatives, healthcare facilities, HUD properties, and other nonprofits. In addition, Chris serves as one of four Team Captains in the firm's peer review practice.
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