The County Auditor audits all claims against the County, including payroll, and makes recommendation for payment.  The Auditor audits and approves requests for special disbursements.  He performs a cost/benefit analysis of County facilities; approves purchase requisitions; and issues quarterly financial reports to the County Board.

The Auditor is the chief internal auditor of the County and maintains a continuous internal audit of its operations and financial records.  He audits receipts of the County; inventory of real and personal property owned by the County; and the billings of vendors who have contracts, which provide for reimbursement of cost incurred and for out-of-pocket expenses.

There is an annual independent audit of all County funds by a professional CPA firm retained by the County Board.  The Auditor assists with the implementation of their recommendations for improvement in control and business operations.