The Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptrollerrecently converted its internal audit department to an Office of Inspector General.

The Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller will still serve the citizens of Manatee County by providing independent, objective and comprehensive audit assurance, consulting and investigative services. The office will also continue to conduct all of its audits in accordance with professional auditing standards with a 6-member team of highly qualified and experienced staff made up of certified public accountants, certified fraud examiners and a certified internal auditor. 

This change will further enhance work credibility by incorporating additional professional investigative standards into policies and procedures to ensure best practices in performing investigations. It will provide an opportunity for the Clerk’s auditors to pursue additional professional certifications through the Association of Inspectors General.