SNELLVILLE - For the ninth time in 10 years, Snellville Controller Jan Burke was awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada.
Burke was given the award once again for her comprehensive annual financial report.
“I believe it is my duty to ensure the city’s finances are reported accurately,” Burke said. “This award is a reflection of how seriously I take this obligation. I am honored to receive this award again and will work to earn it again next year.”
The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management, according to GFOA documents.
GFOA advances excellence in government finance by providing best practices, professional development, resources and practical research for more than 20,500 members and the communities they serve.
The CAFR has been judged by an impartial panel of GFOA officials to meet the high standards of the program, which includes demonstrating a constructive "spirit of full disclosure" to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users and user groups to read the CAFR.