Maricopa County, AZ Budget Analyst Essentials Suite offers virtual finance training for employees
Maricopa County, AZ Budget Analyst Essentials Suite
The county's Office of Budget and Finance sought an online training solution when COVID-19 limited office access. The BAES consists of modules about the budgeting process, forecasting, and accounting procedures. New employees were brought up to speed on county financial functions through videos, presentations, and reading materials. Maricopa County further developed the suite years into the pandemic to support flexible work arrangements.
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While navigating an ever-changing workplace because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Maricopa County knew that training and onboarding new employees would require processes and materials that were flexible and adaptable. In that regard, the Maricopa County Office of Budget and Finance revamped and redesigned their training process to be 100% virtual in an attempt to supplement the
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Maricopa County won a 2022 Award for Excellence in Government Finance from the Government Finance Officers Association.
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