Scott Swarens

Udall Foundation finds chief of finance, operations

Scott Swarens is joining the Udall Foundation as director of finance and operations after 27 years in financial management and accounting with the Federal Highway Administration and the U.S. Forest Service.

Swarens has years of experience with federal budgeting, internal controls, audits, contracting, accounting, payroll procedures, travel policies and procedures, and procurement rules and regulations. He has also overseen human resources and information technology.

Swarens is pursuing an MBA from Marylhurst University in Oregon. He received his bachelor’s degree in accounting with a minor in management from the University of Oregon. He is a member of the Association of Government Accountants and has achieved the Certified Government Financial Manager Designation.

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