Accountability, Transparency & Excellence

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Meet Joseph M. Maestas

State Auditor

The first priority of the OSA is to protect New Mexico’s taxpayers by ensuring that government effectively and efficiently serves the needs of all New Mexicans. As the state’s independent and nonpartisan oversight agency, our office is responsible for holding local and state government and elected officials accountable in the use of public funds.

What’s New

News and Announcements

Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Public Hearing

The proposed Audit Rule (2.2.2 NMAC) changes have been posted to the OSA website.  There will be a public hearing at the OSA on February 17, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. to discuss the proposed changes.  We would like to receive any written comments on any of the proposed...

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Richard Eeds Show

Richard Eeds Show

Tune in to the Richard Eeds Show to hear State Auditor Maestas and Rep. Cynthia Borrego (HD17-Bernalillo) discuss HB493, the Public Finance Accountability Act

What We Do

Our Services

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Audit Reports

In addition to performing annual financial audits of governmental entities, the Office of the State Auditor regularly conducts special audits and examinations.

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Special Audits & Investigations

In addition to performing annual financial audits of governmental entities, the Office of the State Auditor regularly conducts special audits and examinations.

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Tiered System Reporting

The purpose of this form is for mutual domestic water consumer associations, land grants, incorporated municipalities and special districts to determine what type of audit services they need under the law.