The Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM®)

The Mark of Excellence in Federal, State and Local Government CGFM is a professional certification recognizing the unique skills and special knowledge required of today’s government financial managers. It covers governmental accounting, auditing, financial reporting, internal controls and budgeting at the federal, state and local levels

Initial Certification Requirements

To earn the CGFM, candidates must apply for the CGFM Program and meet the following requirements:

• Ethics—read and agree to abide by AGA’s Code of Ethics.
• Education—have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and have completed at least 24 credit hours in financial management or related topics.
• Examinations— pass three comprehensive CGFM Examinations.
• Experience— have at least two years of professional-level experience in government financial management.

Requirements to Maintain the Certification

Continue to enjoy the benefits of the active CGFM certification by abiding by AGA’s Code of Ethics, earning the Continuing Professional Education (CPE) hours and renewing your CGFM. Please visit our National Office site for more information on the CGFM certification.