Auditor's Office

The County Auditor is an Indiana Constitutional office holder according to Article 6, Section 2. Elected for a four-year term of office, limited to two or eight years of service in a twelve-year period. 

Overview of County Auditor's Responsibilities 

• Maintains the official ledger of the County: Receipts, Appropriations, and Reimbursements. The Fiscal official for all county funds and grants. Audits all county department claims. Administers payroll & maintains all county personnel files.
• Compiles budget for County Council approval, including advertising the proposed and approved rates.
• Records minutes for the County Council and County Commissioners keep official records of contracts, bonds, minutes, and indebtedness.
• Maintains exemptions and deductions.
• Maintains TIF records and oversees Tax Abatements.
• Transfers all property deeds. Certifies property owners.
• Distributes tax dollars to taxing units in the county. Prepares settlement spreadsheet for Auditor of State.