COUNTY AUDITOR

The County Auditor countersigns all warrants on the county treasury, examines the treasurer's reports and all claims against the county, advertises for bids on county supplies, and exercises general oversight over the financial books and records of the county.

• Appointed by the district judge(s)

• Prepares and administers accounting records for all county funds

• Audits the records and accounts of the various county departments

• Verifies the validity and legality of all county disbursements

• Forecasts financial data for budgetary formulation purposes

• Serves as budget officer in counties with more than 225,000 residents (Counties with more than 125,000 residents may opt for an appointed budget officer.)