09/08/2021
State Auditor Nicole Galloway today issued
an audit of Oregon County, located in south central Missouri. The report, which
made recommendations to improve the efficiency of several county offices, gave
a rating of "good."
"By implementing the recommendations
of an audit, local governments can be more efficient and effective with
taxpayer dollars," Auditor Galloway said. "I encourage Oregon County
officials to put in place our recommendations in order to benefit county
residents."
The audit found the Sheriff has not
adequately segregated accounting duties or performed adequate supervisory
reviews of detailed accounting and bank records, and the office manager does
not always perform timely reconciliations of the bank account. In addition, the
Sheriff's office does not charge, collect or remit sales taxes on phone cards
and e-cigarettes sold to inmates, as required.
The audit also found controls and
procedures in the Prosecuting Attorney's office need improvement; annual
settlements and status reports are not always filed timely by the Public
Administrator; some offices need better electronic security controls; the
county needs better procedures to ensure compliance with the Sunshine Law; and
the County Commission should develop written policies on electronic
communication.
A copy of the audit can be found here.