Northampton County Controller's Office Office Staff | Quality Control | Audit Reports Our purpose is to audit County departments and entities receiving County funds in accordance with the Home Rule Charter and to make recommendations to County management that will improve the economy and efficiency of County operations, ensure compliance with laws and regulations, and strengthen internal controls safeguarding County assets.     The County's Home Rule Charter established the Controller's office as the internal audit function of the county in 1978. The Controller is elected and is independent of the executive, legislative and judicial branches of government.  The Controllers Office conducts financial and performance  audits of agencies receiving, disbursing or authorizing the disbursement of County funds, as well as the records of contracted service providers. Office activities and accomplishments are summarized in the Controller's Annual Report to County Council. Audit projects are determined by state statute, internal risk assessment and requests. The County Executive, County Council members, department heads, employees and residents may request an audit. If you have an audit request or if you would like a copy of the Controller's Annual Report please contact us at the address below. Northampton County Controller's Office 669 Washington St Easton, PA 18042 Phone:  610-559-3186 Fax:     610-559-3137 E-Mail: sbarron@Northamptoncounty.org For more information select one of the following:                Office Staff                Quality Control                Audit Reports Links to other related sites:                Auditnet.org                ALGA.org