Wall’s Anderson Named South Dakota Finance Officer of the Year for 2023

Carolynn Anderson,  Finance Officer for  the City of Wall,  was named Finance  Offi  cer of the Year last  month by the South  Dakota Governmental  Finance Officers’  Association.

The award is given  each year to a member  of the association who  has made signifi cant  contributions to their  municipality as a  finance officer and  their community as a  citizen.

Anderson was recognized for her experience, thoroughness,  and hard work. As the fi nance offi  cer for the past 16 years,  she is considered the city’s “go-to” person. Her contributions  are especially appreciated by the Wall city council, who rely  on her input and dollar sense to ensure that the budget is  where it needs to be.

Multiple nominations were received, calling Anderson a  “tremendous asset to her city” and praising her for “going  the extra mile to make sure that all the “i's are dotted, and  the “t's are crossed.”

Anderson was also commended for her community  involvement. She has served on and led several local and  state boards including the Wall Economic Development  Corporation, South Dakota Municipal League Board, and  Wall Celebration Committee.

Anderson is especially known as a champion for the future  of education in Wall, serving on the school board for over  16 years. She has also represented the local district on  multiple committees, served on the Black Hills Educational  Benefi ts Plan Board, and was chosen as the Associated  School Boards of South Dakota Delegate Assembly for the  district.

The award was presented during the association’s annual  Finance Offi  cers’ School, held June 7-9 in Pierre, SD. ■