313 Haney Ave, South Bend, IN 46613, USA
574-304-4559
County Auditor
County Government
Role Overview
The County Auditor serves as the chief financial officer for the county, managing fiscal operations, accounting, and budgets. The office processes payroll and claims, oversees tax distribution, and ensures all financial activities comply with state law.
Quick Facts
Holder(s):
Elected Official
Term:
4-year term
Method:
Elected
Core Responsibilities
Maintain all county financial records and prepare financial statements.
Essential Attributes & Risks
Key Competencies
Public Finance & Accounting, Attention to Detail, and Administrative Oversight.
Process all county claims and issue warrants for payment.
Compile the annual county budget and calculate tax rates.
Distribute tax revenues to schools, cities, towns, and townships.
Critical Risk
Errors in financial records or tax distribution can cause significant fiscal problems for the county and other local government units.
Constitutional Mandate
This section highlights how the office's duties align with the core objectives of the U.S. and Indiana Constitutions.
1
Promote the general Welfare
Manages the county's entire fiscal system, essential for funding all public services.
2
Establish Justice
Ensures that tax funds are collected and distributed fairly and according to law.
3
Form a more perfect Union
Acts as the financial link between county, city, town, and township governments.