State and local government isn’t just an industry we serve — it’s where MGO built its reputation. Public sector organizations have been at the heart of our firm since the beginning, giving us a deep understanding of the financial, operational, and governance challenges government leaders face. Today, that experience continues to shape one of the nation’s largest dedicated state and local government practices.

• Technical excellence across the public sector: Financial statement audits, Single Audits, Yellow Book engagements, grant compliance, cybersecurity assessments, and performance audits all require specialized knowledge. Our professionals bring the technical depth and public sector experience to deliver these services efficiently and accurately.
• Practical consulting beyond compliance: Meeting today’s requirements is only part of the challenge. We help modernize financial operations, improve business processes, strengthen internal controls, implement new accounting standards, and identify opportunities to operate more efficiently.
• A collaborative approach: Successful engagements depend on communication and planning. We work closely with your team to establish clear expectations, minimize disruption, and keep projects moving efficiently from planning through final delivery.
• Experience across government: Our professionals serve cities, counties, public school districts, higher education institutions, transit agencies, retirement systems, special districts, Tribal governments, airports, seaports, and other public sector organizations. We understand the regulatory and operational differences that shape each type of entity.