Fact Sheet
Advancing Government Accountability
Since 1950, the Association of Government Accountants has been—and
remains today—the educational organization dedicated to the enhancement
of public financial management. AGA serves the professional interests of
financial managers, from local, state and federal governments, as well as
public accounting firms, responsible for effectively using billions of dollars
and other monetary resources every day.
For more than 50 years, AGA has been addressing the issues and challenges
facing government financial managers.
Our organization has been instrumental in developing accounting and auditing
standards and in generating new concepts for the effective organization and
administration of financial management functions, including the passage of the
Inspector General Act of 1978 and the Chief Financial Officer's Act of 1990.
AGA conducts independent research and analysis of all aspects of government
financial management. These studies have led AGA to be recognized as a leading
advocate for improving the quality and effectiveness of government fiscal
administration.
AGA members form a diverse group of individuals—from students to entry-
level employees to senior executives and elected officials—working for
local and state governments, school districts and retirement systems, colleges
and universities, federal agencies and public accounting firms. With 90
chapters, there are numerous ways for you to become involved with other
government financial management professionals.
Whatever your role in government financial management, AGA offers a membership
package tailored to meet your professional needs and interests.
AGA Member Types
Full Government Member
This class of membership requires three or more years of government experience,
involving the professional performance of financial management activities in an
operational, administrative and/or supervisory capacity. This class is also
available to individuals with similar experience outside the government who are
engaged in educational activities having the same objectives as the
Association, or who have made a contribution toward the improvement of
government financial management. $90/year
Private Sector Member
This class of membership is available to individuals working for commercial
activities/ventures that are actively engaged in and support AGA¹s purpose and
objectives. $150/year
Early Career Member
This class of membership is available to government employees with less than
three years experience. $45/year
Student Member
This class of membership is available to college/university students. $30/year
Retired
Call the AGA Customer Satisfaction Center at 800.AGA.7211 to find out about our
retired membership category.
The Mark of Excellence in Federal, State and Local Government
Since its inception in 1994, the CGFM has become the standard by which
government financial management professionals are measured. Its education,
experience and ethics requirements have served to elevate the most seasoned
financial professionals.
More than
individuals have received the designation so far. Now it's your
turn. Experience the benefits of certification first hand - the CGFM is the
mark of excellence in your profession. We look forward to adding your name to
our distinguished list of Certified Government Financial Managers.