Office Publications
The Ohio Performance Team’s 2025 Audit of State Agencies
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Comprehensive report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025
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Achievements & initiatives of the Auditor of State's office in 2025
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Attracting and retaining talent
in the public sector
Auditor's SIU report on fraud convictions in Ohio
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A manual for the Ohio Public Records Act & Open Meetings Act
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Join your trail guide, Simon, for a hike through Ohio’s history.
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Learn about the people who contributed to the growth of Ohio.
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We publish articles from time to time that you might find interesting.
Greetings from Keith Faber
A pledge to continue making government work better for all Ohioans
Hold Corrupt Officials Accountable
Government officials who steal taxpayer dollars betray the public trust.
First Line of Defense Against Fraud
Investigators depend on tips from witnesses when opening investigations.
Fund for Local Auditors
This fund helps local entities offset the higher costs of an audit.
Outgoing Officer Checklist
A guide for a smooth transition of personnel after an election
Guidance, Best Practices, and Manuals
Here's a list of comprehensive resources designed to provide structured instructions, expert recommendations, and detailed procedures to help individuals or organizations operate efficiently and effectively.
Below is a list of pdfs for your review.
- Behavioral Health Handbook — 2024
- FAQ: Levy and Bond Issues — updated July 2025
- County Board of Developmental Disabilities Manual
- Ohio County Sheriff's Office Manual — Jun 2023
- Ohio Township Handbook — Mar 2019
- School District Self-Assessment Guide
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Guidelines for Student Activity Programs
— Jun 2018
Not currently updated for GASB 84
- USAS Manuals
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Uniform School Accounting System User Manual
— May 2025
Final version of the updated manual.
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Uniform School Accounting System User Manual
Redline Version — May 2025
Version showing all changes made since the previous edition.
- Uniform System of Accounting for Agricultural Societies — May 2020
- Village Officer's Handbook — Aug 2020
- NEW! 2026 Desk Calendar — Includes upcoming events, financial due dates, and contacts
- 2025 Desk Calendar
Archive
- Best Practices (2004 – 2017)
- Ohio Property and Evidence Room Best Practices Manual — 2017
- Ohio County Treasurer's Manual — 2018
StaRS: The Star Rating System
The Auditor of State's annual report on the Office's
public-records compliance system
Ohio Compliance Supplement Manuals
Created to help auditors and public entities understand and adhere to state laws, regulations, and guidelines
Performance Audits
These reports examine the efficiency and effectiveness of government programs.
Technical Bulletins
The AOS office releases Bulletins offering guidance to the government entities it serves.
Advisory Memos
The AOS releases Advisories with important news & guidance for the government entities it serves.