NAFOA

Office of Management & Budget (OMB) proposed rule would make Tribal government financial records available for public inspection.
The proposed changes would significantly impact how federal grants are managed by both federal agencies and grant recipients and how auditors will perform Single Audits. The deadline for comments is June, 2nd 2013. Click here for more information.

NAFOA is looking for volunteers to participate in a group of Tribal finance representatives to solicit feedback prior to each of the 3 GASAC meetings.
If you are interested in participating, or have other questions or feedback related to Governmental Accounting Standards, please contact Tasha at:
(Tasha.Repp at mossadams.com)

The Native American Finance Officers Association builds the financial strength of tribal governments and their enterprises by providing educational forums and resources, and by instilling finance and accounting best practices. We are a national not-for-profit organization with members in positions such as tribal finance officers, controllers, treasurers, accountants, auditors, financial advisors, tribal leaders, and more.

NAFOA is unique because we focus solely on the financial success of tribal entities. We provide a central source for the latest in financial management information and professional idea sharing. Through our network, members connect with experts in various financial areas, specifically as they apply to tribal governments and organizations.

We believe that sound financial management strengthens tribal governments and organizations. This creates strong Native American communities now and for generations to come.

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This guide is a resource for all who prepare, attest to, and use Tribal Government financial statements. It contains guidance on developing Tribal Government-wide financial statements in accordance with GASB Statement 34, and has many pertinent questions and answers about the unique operating environment of Tribal Governments. It was reviewed by the GASB staff prior to issuance, and contains a set of illustrative financial statements, and NAFOA’s Statement of Position regarding the confidentiality of Tribal Government financial statements. This guide is useful for: Tribal Council Members, Tribal Enterprise Board Members, Tribal Management, Auditors, Accounting Management, Regulators, and Creditors.

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This guide is a comprehensive resource on the formation of tribal business entities. Hailed in Indian Country Today as offering "one-stop knowledge on business structuring," the Handbook reviews each type of tribal business entity currently in use from the perspective of sovereign immunity and legal liability, corporate formation and governance, federal tax consequences and eligibility for special financing. It covers governmental entities (e.g., instrumentalities, political subdivisions and section 17 corporations) as well as the more common business forms (corporations, partnerships and LLCs). Clearly and simply written, it will be useful to a wide range of users, including: Tribal Council members, Tribal enterprise directors and executives, Finance officers, Tribal legal counsel, and those entering into business or lending relationships with Tribal governments.

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