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The primary purpose of the Department of Finance & Management is to oversee efficient and effective operations related to the State of Vermont's finances. We serve our stakeholders in many ways including coordinating the Governor's budget recommendations, delivering reliable financial information, advocating for responsible use of taxpayer dollars, and supporting the State's accounting system. The Department of Finance & Management hopes that you will find this site helpful!

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Department Receives Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting

Governor Jim Douglas congratulated the Vermont Department of Finance and Management for receiving the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting – the highest recognition in the area of government accounting and financial reporting – from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for the 2008 comprehensive audited financial report (CAFR).

Town Payment Reports Posted

Payments made by the State of Vermont to towns for the period July 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009 have been added to the Town Payment Reports database. Reports can be accessed on the Town Payment Reports page, reports are run by selecting a payee (clerk, school district, etc.) and report period.

Fiscal Year 2009 CAFR Available

On December 17, 2009 KPMG LLP issued their Independent Auditor's Report with an unqualified opinion on the State of Vermont's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2009.