Ohio Auditor of State

Our Mission

As Ohio's chief compliance officer, the Auditor of State makes Ohio government more efficient, effective, and transparent by placing checks and balances on state and local governments for taxpayers.

who we are

The Office

As one of five independently elected statewide offices under Ohio’s Constitution, the Auditor of State’s office strives for clean, accountable, and efficient governments for the people of Ohio.

With a statewide staff of more than 800 auditors and other professionals, the Auditor of State’s office is responsible for auditing all public offices in Ohio — more than 5,900 entities — including cities, counties, villages, townships, schools, state universities, and public libraries as well as all state agencies, boards, and commissions.

The Auditor’s office also offers performance auditing for state and local public offices, identifies and investigates fraud in public agencies, provides financial services to local governments, and promotes transparency in government.

The Executive Staff

Auditor Keith Faber and his senior staff members direct the Auditor of State's office in its mission to provide efficient, effective, and transparent government to Ohioans.

  • Sloan Spalding — Assistant Auditor of State
  • Alex Bilchak — Chief of Staff
  • Bob Hinkle — Chief Deputy Auditor
  • Tim Keen — Senior Advisor to the Auditor and Chief Financial Officer
  • Fred Shimp — Deputy Chief of Staff
  • Mary DeGenaro — Special Counsel to the Auditor and Chief Compliance Officer
  • Nadia Wenrick — Chief Legal Counsel
  • Matt Eiselstein — Director of Communications
  • Thomas Hancock — Legislative Director

2024 Q4 Employee Recognition

Outstanding Employees

The Auditor of State recognizes one employee quarterly from each region for their contribution and commitment to the efficient operation of the office based on customer service, leadership, and exceptional work performance.

  • Ed Kompik — AA3, Central Region
  • Amanda Grubb — Senior Audit Manager, Medicaid
  • Brian M. Ohl — Audit Manager, SITA
  • Steve Bertsch — Senior Audit Manager, East Region
  • Jared Weber — PCA, IT/UAN
  • Timothy Lintner — ACA, LGS
  • Pat Kelly — Supervisor, Facilities & Operations
  • Andrew Leith — Audit Manager, Northeast Region
  • Justine Grover-Greiger — Audit Manager, Northwest Region
  • Cassidy Petersen — Operations Support Specialist, OPT
  • Diane Bouza — Fraud Investigator, SIU
  • Stephanie Oliver — Audit Manager, Southest Region
  • Michael Kiser — Audit Manager, Southwest Region
  • Isaac Coogle — AA3, State
  • Drew Ambroza — AA3, West Region

2024 Employee of the Year

Each year, one person is chosen from the quarterly winners as the Employee of the Year.

This year, Doug Ferguson, Senior Audit Manager for the Central Region, was selected for this honor due to his unwavering dedication to customer service, leadership, and exemplary performance throughout the year.

winners

2024 Winners

Congratulations to all our Fiscal Year 2024 quarterly winners.

Department Organization

Human Resources

The Human Resources section performs all personnel-related duties within the Auditor of State’s Office, including recruiting, payroll processing, and managing employee benefits.

Finance

This section is responsible for all financial and cost-management functions for the Auditor of State’s Office. Responsibilities include payroll, purchasing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, facilities and fleet management, and budget and financial reporting.

Information Technology (IT)

Information Technology develops and maintains the technology and administrative services in the Auditor of State’s Office, giving employees convenient and timely access to the office’s computer network. IT also provides communication support and recordkeeping functions, including graphics, document printing, and records retention.

Uniform Accounting Network (UAN)

The Uniform Accounting Network is a computerized, integrated financial management and information system serving local governments. The UAN division provides entities with the software, technology, training, and support for public officials to apply required accounting standards to their financial recordkeeping.

Legal Counsel

The division offers legal guidance to the team of auditors who represent the Auditor of State’s Office when working with state and local entities. The legal department will provide relevant legal authority to constituents to share with their respective legal counsel concerning matters related to an audit.

Open Government Unit (OGU)

The Open Government Unit provides local officials and citizens with training and resources to help them better understand their rights and obligations under the Ohio Public Records Act and the Ohio Open Meetings Act. Staff attorneys from the AOS Legal Division and a full-time paralegal serve as the office’s experts on public records and open meetings. At the request of local officials, the office offers training seminars and other educational resources on Sunshine Laws.

Center for Audit Excellence (CFAE)

The Center for Audit Excellence is responsible for the development of auditing standards of practice and quality assurance based on national standards and Ohio law. Through regular training, the Center ensures that all employees working for the Auditor of State are up to date on these standards.

Financial Audit Group

The Financial Audit Group is responsible for conducting financial audits of all public entities as required by Ohio law. Generally, the Auditor of State’s Office is required to perform these financial audits at least once every two fiscal years. The office must review the methods, accuracy, and legality of the accounts, financial reports, records, and files of all public entities.

Local Government Services (LGS)

The Local Government Services section serves as a consulting and fiscal advisory group to all governmental agencies and subdivisions. It provides an array of services, including financial forecasts, GAAP conversion assistance, annual financial report processing, record reconstruction and reconciliation, fiscal watch or emergency assistance, and financial management training for elected officials.

Medicaid Contract Audit Section (MCA)

The Medicaid Contract Audit Section is a standalone department under the Audit Division dedicated to ensuring that Ohio’s Medicaid dollars are not illegally spent or wasted by those working under contract with state agencies.

Data & Information Technology Audit (DITA)

The Data & Information Technology Audit is a department that tests IT general and application controls for various local entities as well as state agency clients.

Ohio Performance Team (OPT)

The Ohio Performance Team (OPT) conducts performance audits of state agencies. Unlike financial audits where the focus is on an agency’s past activities, OPT ensures efficient use of Ohio’s tax dollars by functioning as a consulting group with a proactive, forward focus.

The team identifies areas of inefficiency or low effectiveness in public-sector entities and recommends corrective action. By law, the Auditor of State is authorized to conduct a performance audit for any school district or local government in fiscal caution, fiscal watch, or fiscal emergency. Audit results help entities in fiscal distress improve the cost effectiveness of operations and resolve their financial difficulties.

Policy and Legislative Affairs

The Policy and Legislative Affairs section serves as a link between the Auditor of State’s office and the Ohio General Assembly. This section ensures that state senators and representatives understand the duties and needs of the office and also provides legislators with information to make well-informed decisions on legislation affecting the Auditor of State’s Office.

Special Investigations Unit (SIU)

The mission of the Special Investigations Unit is to promote transparency and accountability in the use of public funds, to expose fraud and corruption where it exists, and to assist law enforcement and prosecutors in the pursuit of justice.

Composed of forensic auditors, investigators, and attorneys, the team has decades of experience and working relationships with law enforcement at the local, state, and federal levels. Their expertise allows them to take a case from initial complaint through conclusion. In cases where local officials have conflicts that make them unable to conduct investigations, the SIU brings independence.

Public Affairs

The Public Affairs section serves as a liaison between the Auditor of State’s office and the news media. The section is responsible for all internal and external communications and publications. Public Affairs also issues press releases and manages the content of the office’s website, ensuring that the public — through the news media and the internet — has timely, accurate information about the activities of the office.

Regional Liaisons

Regional Liaisons are responsible for field operations in each of the Auditor of State's nine local offices: Akron, Athens, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, Toledo, Youngstown, and the Ohio region. The liaisons serve as a link among the Auditor of State's office and the public, local officials, and constituents.

Career Opportunities

Help shape Ohio’s future by exploring career opportunities with us. Our mission focuses on ensuring government accountability, preventing fraud, and guiding Ohio’s public officials in maximizing tax dollars. Whether you’re starting your career or are a seasoned professional, we offer rewarding roles dedicated to impactful public service.