Mission and Philosophy
Mission
The California State Auditor promotes the efficient and effective management of public funds and programs by providing to citizens and government independent, objective, accurate, and timely evaluations of state and local governments' activities.
Philosophy
The staff of the Bureau of State Audits (bureau), who are under the direction of the State Auditor, understand and respect the importance of their position as the State's independent auditors. The staff of the bureau will conduct their reviews in a nonpartisan manner, free from outside influence, including that of the Legislature, Governor, and the subjects of their audits and investigations. Bureau staff will base their findings, conclusions, and recommendations upon reliable evidence and will not allow preconceived notions or personal opinions to influence their work. The staff will strictly adhere to the standards of the auditing profession and exercise the highest standards of ethics. The bureau and the staff will lead by example, holding the organization and themselves to the same or higher standards that they use to evaluate others.