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BDO has helped over 2,000 public sector organizations work through regulatory changes and limited funding while addressing increased operational and technological demands.

 

In recent years, economic and societal pressures have significantly increased the burden and responsibility of the federal, provincial and municipal sectors. The many funding challenges have forced most organizations to do more with less. Subsequently, there is significant pressure in the public sector to:

• Have transparency and accountability

• Develop strategic, financial and resource plans to meet stakeholder (public) service expectations

• Address the challenges of a shrinking workforce and aging population

Our experience working with public sector clients gives us the significant advantage of understanding the issues that affect organizations today, including:

 

Fiscal accountability Infrastructure deficit Declining funding and increased costs

Transparency and efficiency through financial reporting systems Talent management Declining technological infrastructure

 

To counteract these challenges, the public sector will need to find new sources of funding, manage costs, make the necessary investments in key areas as well as recognize the value of needed costs, and overhauling outdated systems and processes.

 

Public sector specialties

We understand the factors impacting public sector growth and can help you navigate through these challenging times. Our team has the knowledge and expertise in key sectors, including:

 

Aboriginal communities and businesses Crown corporations Government non-profit organizations

Government sectors School boards and educational services Utilities

 

Services

We have developed our services to include the following, which help clients address the key issues in the public sector:

 

Audit and assurance Taxation Risk management

Financial advisory Technology solutions Transaction services

 

Industry involvement

We have extensive experience in the public sector working closely with clients as their auditors, accountants, tax and/or corporate finance advisors. Our active participation in a multitude of industry organizations enables us to be responsive to emerging issues. Our specific involvement in Canada includes:

• Municipal government

  • Municipal Financial Officers Association (MFOA)
  • Government Financial Officers Associations Alberta
  • Government Financial Officers Associations British Columbia
  • Government Financial Officers Associations Western Canada

• Aboriginal communities and businesses

• Aboriginal  Financial Officers Association (AFOA)

• Council for the Advancement of Native Development Officers (CANDO)

 

Contact us

Erica Teklits National Leader, Public Sector Phone: 905-272-7809 Email: Eteklits@bdo.ca