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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nIn her recent leadership roles, Joseph has overseen daily operations, including central accounting, payroll, accounts payable, customer billing, and the preparation of the City’s annual budget and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
\u201cMs. Joseph’s 28 years of financial experience and commitment to the City of Lakeland have prepared her to serve in this capacity,\u201d said City Manager Shawn Sherrouse. \u201cShe possesses a thorough grasp of the City\u2019s finances. I have full confidence that her leadership will keep our financial operations running smoothly during this period of transition.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI am grateful to City Manager Shawn Sherrouse for his trust in me during this transitional period,\u201d Joseph said. \u201cHaving spent my career working alongside the talented team in the Finance Department, I know we are well-positioned to maintain our standard of excellence and fiscal stability. I look forward to supporting our staff and continuing to manage the City\u2019s finances responsibly.\u201d
Joseph holds a Master\u2019s degree in Accounting from the University of South Florida and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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