Mark Walsh, CPA

Mark Walsh specializes in local government finance and communications. For Brion Economics, Inc., Mr. Walsh provides fiscal and financial forensics, research, and analysis. Mr. Walsh happily chases down technical information with the exuberance of a yellow lab fetching a soggy tennis ball for BEI. Previously he was director of finance for the County of Marin and director of information systems for the County of Sonoma. Mr. Walsh is a recognized expert in accounting and financial analytics, speaking on ratio analysis, technology budgeting, and excellence in management for the Government Finance Officers Association of the US and Canada. Recent work includes: City Charter review;  utility systems rate communications; local fiscal health benchmarks and reporting; best practices review – government budget and financials; and finance director transition planning and onboarding support for local jurisdictions.