The final authority regarding funds to various departments is held by whom?

• A. Commanding Officer
• B. CFO
• C. Executive Officer
• D. Operations Officer

Answer: (A)

The key idea is who has ultimate responsibility for budgeting and resource allocation within a unit. The Commanding Officer holds fiscal accountability for all resources and has the authority to approve and allocate funds to different departments. While the CFO handles the day-to-day financial planning, monitoring, and ensuring compliance, final budget decisions and authorizations typically rest with the CO, who signs off on expenditures and ensures funds are used in line with mission priorities. The Executive Officer and Operations Officer manage their areas within the CO’s budget guidance, but they do not have final authority over funds. So the Commanding Officer is the correct answer.