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Getting Started

This website, created and maintained by the International Union, has many of the needed resources for Treasurers.

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Financial Standards Training

This training is offered several times a year by the International Union. Sign up to be notified of upcoming virtual or in-person dates!

Get the Latest Alerts

Make sure we have the most up-to-date contact information for you, so you can stay informed on all the latest news!

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The Basics

AFSCME Treasurer 101

Download the 4 page quick-start guide for a short overview.

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Where to Go

Where to go for answers to common questions.

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Compliance Calendar

Download or subscribe to the Compliance Calendar to stay on top of deadlines and dates.

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Forms

IRS Form 990-N
 

Learn about the tax form for small locals (less than $50,000 in annual revenue).

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> Video

Surety Bond
 

Learn about filing the Surety Bond form, due annually on March 1st. 

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> Video - Intro and Overview

> Video - Detailed Instructions

IRS Form 990-EZ
 

Learn about the tax form for larger locals ($50,000 - $200,000 in annual revenue).

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> Video

LUAFR
 

Learn about filing the LUAFR, or Local Union Annual Financial Report, due annually on May 15th. 

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> Video - Intro and Overview

> Video - Detailed Completions Instructions

IRS Form 990
 

Learn about the tax form for the largest locals (greater than $200,000 in annual revenue).

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> Video

Labor Management (LM) Forms
 

Learn about filing LM forms with the Department Of Labor, required for locals with private sector employees. 

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Technology

Setting Up a Local-Specific Email​

How to set up an email address specific to your local.

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Data & Document Storage
 

Learn best practices for how to organize and store your local's important data.

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Data Security

Learn how to keep data secure, both physically and in the cloud.

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Payroll

Setting Up Payroll
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Get payroll set up correctly, and avoid expensive and time-consuming errors!

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Managing Payroll
 

Your ongoing payroll duties and deadlines.

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What to Do With This Letter from IRS/Oregon

Coming soon!

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Bookkeeping

Choosing a Bookkeeping System
 

How to keep simple financial records using a provided Excel template

Filing 1099 Forms
 

Paying contractors, landlords, or independent service providers? Issuing grants or prizes? You may need to file these forms annually.

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Professional Help

When to call in professional help, and how to find the right person.

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About Financial Statements

Income Statement? Statement of Financial Position? What?

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> Video

Money Management & Banking

Prudent Reserves
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Finding the right balance between saving and spending.

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How to Evaluate a Bank
 

Pick the best bank for your local.

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> Flowchart

If You Can't Access Your Bank Account

Lost bank access? Previous signers unavailable? Here's how to get your local's money back!

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Protecting Money vs Optimizing Investments

How to invest your local's money wisely and effectively.

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CD Laddering
 

A safe and easy investment strategy.

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While this is not a requirement for operating, many banks now required you to register with the Oregon Secretary of State.

Audits
 

Your duty to make sure your local's finances are operating well.

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Treasurer Transitions
 

Everything you need to know to ensure a smooth transition to a new treasurer.

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