Audit Services Division

 2010 External Quality Control Review (Peer Review) of the Audit Division 

Through the audit function, the Controller ensures that the County is achieving honest, efficient management and full accountability through every aspect of government. The following are the primary functions of the Audit Services Division:

• To examine and inspect books, records, files, papers, documents and information relating to all financial affairs of County offices and departments, political subdivisions and organizations which receive appropriations from the County.
• To review both the administrative control and internal control systems as established by row officers and department heads, and to determine that such control systems are adequate and effective in reaching their goals.
• To hold County officials accountable in their use of public funds and other resources at their disposal. This includes examination of financial statements and the legality and prudence of expenditures; the efficient use of resources including the elimination of wasteful practices; and the satisfactory implementation of programs.
• To determine whether County programs are achieving their desired objectives.
• To issue Audits & Reports resulting from post-audits of County departments and agencies detailing findings.