What is a County Auditor?
The county auditor is appointed by the district judge(s). They
countersign all warrants on the county treasury, examine the
treasurer's reports and all claims against the county, advertise for bids
on county supplies, and exercise general oversight over the financial
books and records of the county.
What Does a County Auditor Do in Texas?
A county auditor in Texas has the following duties:
- 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.).