Auditor Controller Vision and Mission Statement

Our Vision

Our Mission

Ensure Monterey County’s financial integrity and promote efficient, effective government.

Oversee, protect, and report on public funds to ensure trust.

Statement of Principles and Values

The Office of the Auditor-Controller adheres to the highest professional standards of conduct. We are dedicated to operating in ways that serve the public interest, honor the public trust and demonstrate a commitment to excellence. We PLEDGE to the principles of…

Ethics

To remain independent, objective and accountable for our actions
To perform all duties with integrity and honesty
To continuously strive to be deserving of the trust placed in us by the County’s citizens

Knowledge

To remain abreast of, and follow, the highest professional accounting standards
To be diligent when rendering our services to the public, County departments, special districts, and other government agencies
To report financial information to the public in an accurate and timely manner

Innovation

To continuously seek ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of our processes

Leadership

To hire, train, motivate and retain a professional work force in a non-discriminatory manner
To achieve desired results through the instruction and support of our County employees