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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 Individuals and Commercial Businesses Need to Know About New York’s 2026-2027 Budget

New York enacted its $268 billion fiscal year 2027 budget on May 28, 2026, bringing sweeping changes to corporate tax, depreciation treatment, pass-through entity elections, real estate, and individual income tax. Here’s what individuals and business owners need to know. Corporate Tax Rates Extended Through 2030 The FY 2027 budget does not increase income or […]