BEAUFORT, S.C. (July 1, 2025) – The City of Beaufort has been recognized for the 18th consecutive year for excellence in financial reporting.
The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has awarded the City of Beaufort a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.
“This marks the 18th consecutive year that the City of Beaufort has earned this distinction, which reflects our steadfast commitment to transparency, accountability, and excellence in financial management,” said City Manager Scott Marshall. “I commend our Finance Department for their continued professionalism and dedication to upholding the highest standards in public financial reporting.”
The report was judged by a panel to meet the high standard of the program, which include demonstrating a “spirit of full disclosure” to clearly communicate Beaufort’s financial story and motivate users to read the report. The City keeps all of its financial and budgeting information on its website, www.cityofbeaufort.org. Users can access the financial transparency tool to take a closer look at the City’s budget.
The award is the highest form of recognition for governmental accounting and financial reporting. “It’s attainment represents significant accomplishment by a government and its management,” GFOA said.
“The City remains committed to providing timely and transparent financial reporting to our citizens. This award reflects our efforts to maintain and achieve these high standards.” said Finance Director Alan Eisenman.
The latest award is one of many the City’s Finance Department has received from GFOA – in the categories of financial reporting and excellence in budget presentation – under the leadership of Eisenman and his team.
List of Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports
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