State & Local Government
Nearly everything municipal government entities and related organizations do is subject to a complex web of compliance and regulatory issues. Understanding and abiding by these layers of rules can make proposed actions cumbersome, and all the time spent untangling requirements isn’t creating real value—it’s chipping away at the capacity needed to serve the community. Operating with finite resources amid ever-increasing responsibilities can make it even more challenging to meet community needs when budgets are tight, infrastructure is aging, and staffing is stretched.
PBMares helps clear the roadblocks. We offer a depth and range of services that few other firms can provide, with a team of government-focused accountants who know how to handle the full arc of regulatory and operational issues agencies face. We actively pursue information on the most up-to-date government developments and devote significant time researching and studying the economics, operational issues and trends affecting governmental entities, ensuring that you receive the highest level of value with all the leading edge services you need to succeed.
WHO WE SERVE
- Counties and municipalities
- Higher education institutions
- Law enforcement agencies
- Mass transit
- Public retirement systems
- Public utilities
- School districts and charter schools
- Special districts
- State government agencies
- Tribal government and gaming
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Industry Involvement
“We have experienced great response from the PBMares staff assigned to our contract. We appreciate that we can contact them anytime during the year when any issue comes up and be able to get a response and have a conversation regarding whatever it may be. This is our expectation, and it is met.”
“The professional highly intelligent staff members are key. The friendly and supportive approach is very important. Their clear understanding of government entities and government accounting make PBMares a highly valued partner.”
APPROACH TO CLIENT SERVICE
What can you expect from our State and Local Government team?
- 100% of State and Local Government clients would recommend PBMares to a friend or colleague.
- Clients comment on high-quality work and the team’s thorough understanding of business needs as well as their proactive approach to service.
- Working with our State and Local Government team, you’ll get a practical, efficient, and structured approach to engagements.
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ArticleMeet the Team
Michael Garber
CPA, MBA
Partner, State and Local Government Team Co-leader
Harrisonburg
Betsy Hedrick
CPA
Partner, State and Local Government Team Co-Leader
Harrisonburg
Tyler Farnsworth
CPA
Director
Harrisonburg
Dwight Buracker
CPA, CVA
Partner, Business Valuations Team Leader
Harrisonburg
Robert “Robbie” E. Bittner, III
CPA, MBA
Partner
Morehead City
Landon Vick
CPA
Partner
New Bern
Andrea Nichols
CPA
Director
Harrisonburg