State Appeals Court

The Massachusetts State Auditor's Office provides independent and objective evaluations of the commonwealth's financial and operational activities in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards. The auditor s office works to make government more accountable and effective by reducing waste and eliminating fraud. It identifies opportunities for cost avoidance and revenue enhancement. The Massachusetts State Auditor's Office helps to improve the state's fiscal management and makes sure that government-funded programs are working efficiently and effectively. The auditor s office also makes recommendations to provide state funding for important local programs. It reviews the diverse programs, functions, operations and activities of the Massachusetts state government to ensure that funds are expended and programs are operating in compliance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations. The Massachusetts State Auditor's Office is located in Boston.