Allen Foster
About Allen Foster
Allen Foster serves as an Advanced Trainer and Manager at Edmunds & Associates, where he has worked since 2002. He specializes in educational seminars on local government financial software and has experience in fiscal management as a part-time CFO for a municipality in Southern New Jersey.
Work at Edmunds & Associates
Allen Foster has been employed at Edmunds & Associates since 2002, holding the position of Advanced Trainer / Manager for 22 years. In this role, he is responsible for developing and conducting educational seminars that focus on financial software tailored for local governments. His work includes managing the installations of these software packages, ensuring that local government entities can effectively utilize the technology.
Education and Expertise
Allen Foster studied at Drexel University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from 1995 to 2000. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in financial software and fiscal management. He possesses strong skills in SQL, which he applies in software training and implementation, enhancing the learning experience for users.
Background in Local Government Finance
In addition to his role at Edmunds & Associates, Allen Foster serves as a part-time Chief Financial Officer for a municipality in Southern New Jersey. In this capacity, he is responsible for fiscal management and budget preparation, contributing to the financial health of the local government. His dual roles in training and municipal finance provide him with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by local governments.
Technical Writing Contributions
As part of his responsibilities at Edmunds & Associates, Allen Foster engages in technical writing. He contributes to the creation of documentation and educational materials that support the training of local government staff in the use of financial software. His writing ensures that users have access to clear and concise information, facilitating better understanding and implementation of the software.