2026 Education and Training Opportunities

Ohio GFOA’s education and training opportunities deliver relevant, high-quality education for today’s government finance professionals. These programs offer timely insights, practical tools, and expert guidance to support professional growth and effective public financial management. 

Understanding State & Local Taxes in Ohio: Who Collects What, What Do They Support, and the Responsibility of Educating Constituents on the Same
April 1, 2026 | Webinar

This webinar will provide an overview of the various types of state & local taxes collected and used by different forms of government in the State of Ohio, and the services and projects they support. The webinar is intended to simplify a complex topic, providing a baseline of understanding that can also serve as an example of how the same information can be communicated to each entity’s constituents. In today’s world, knowledge is power, and it is important to provide a basic understanding of the sources that support local government, given that local tax reform and potential abolition are extremely hot topics throughout the State. Click here for details and registration.

Introduction to the Finance Office and Governmental Accounting Seminar  
April 21 & 22, 2026 - Dublin, Ohio 

Designed for newly elected or appointed officials and public finance staff, this 1½-day seminar provides a practical, hands-on overview of budgeting, accounting, internal controls, audits, and more—offering essential insights into the responsibilities of managing a public finance office. For details and registration, click here.  

Intermediate Governmental Accounting Seminar  
July 14 & 15, 2026 - Dayton, Ohio 

This two-day seminar focuses on intermediate governmental accounting and financial reporting concepts, with an emphasis on preparing GAAP-based financial statements under the GASB 34 model. Participants will walk through key reporting components and common application issues, with opportunities to discuss real-world examples. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own government financial statements or a sample set to support practical discussion and address specific questions. 

The workshop is designed for state and local government fiscal officers, accounting staff, auditors, and public accountants who already have foundational experience with GAAP and governmental financial reporting and are looking to strengthen their working knowledge of GASB-based statements. For details and registration, click here.