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About the Office

Learn more about the Office and our work. We work in a number of ways in accordance with our statutory remit to improve the use of public money and resources, and strengthen public accountability.

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Who we audit

The Comptroller and Auditor General is responsible for the audit of accounts across a wide range of State activities which includes Central Government, funds administered by Government Departments, State Revenue collection, non-commercial state sponsored bodies, Universities, third level educational institutions, health bodies and agencies and educational training boards.

The Comptroller and Auditor General

The C&AG’s mission is to provide independent assurance that public funds and resources are used in accordance with the law.

Our Work

We work in accordance with our statutory remit to improve the use of public money and resources, and strengthen public accountability.

Ensuring Quality

The quality of our work is based on two key principles: embedding quality and monitoring quality.

Who We Audit

The C&AG is responsible for the audit of Central Government, funds administered by Government departments, State revenue collection and non-commercial state sponsored bodies.

Organisation Structure

The Office is a central government office established to assist the C&AG in carrying out his statutory functions and is staffed by civil servants. The majority of the staff are either qualified accountants or accountants in training.

International Cooperation

The Office cooperates with audit institutions of other countries both in Europe and around the world.

Corporate Information

We publish a number of reports about the Office and its workings.

Media

Press releases in relation to the Comptroller and Auditor General and the Office of the Comptroller and Auditor General.

Frequently Asked Questions
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Performance Report 2021

The Office has published the performance report for 2021. This is an annual publication, which presents key performance information for the year compared to prior years, under the themes; financial performance; staff and resources; building capacity; and our international contribution.

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Statement of Strategy 2021 - 2025

The Office is pleased to publish our statement of strategy covering the period 2021 to 2025. The strategy is intended to provide a roadmap for the development of the Office over the coming years, for the benefit of the general public, the Oireachtas, the bodies we audit and our staff.