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James Butera

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James Butera

James works with governments, school districts, nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and other public sector entities on financial reporting, operational oversight, and evolving accounting requirements. His experience includes audits, internal audits, agreed-upon procedures, and budgeting support that help organizations strengthen financial operations and maintain accountability. He also brings prior experience serving as a municipal Director of Finance, along with extensive knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidance and public sector reporting requirements.

Education

St. John Fisher University, Master of Business Administration, Accounting

St. John Fisher University, Bachelor of Science, Accounting

Community

Friends of Youngstown, Board Member

Professional

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

NYCPA – The New York State Society of CPAs

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What Should You Know About Charitable Giving and Estate Planning in 2027?

The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act, signed into law on July 4, 2025, rewrote several rules that affect how you give and how you pass wealth to the next generation. Most provisions took effect in 2026, so 2027 will be the first year many taxpayers plan around them from the start. Charitable Deductions Look […]