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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Professional Crisis of the Internal Auditor in the Era of Automation

The article discusses the impact of automation and artificial intelligence on the role of internal auditors in public and private sectors in Greece.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

TCE of SC announces competition with 20 vacancies and a salary of R$ 10.4 thousand; see areas

The Court of Accounts of the State of Santa Catarina has announced a public competition for 20 vacancies, targeting various fields for the position of external control fiscal auditor.

Feb 25 โ€ข 19:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tocantins Governor announces public competition for tax auditor with 200 vacancies

The Governor of Tocantins, Wanderlei Barbosa, has announced a public competition for tax auditors with a total of 200 vacancies, the first in 32 years.

Feb 21 โ€ข 14:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Monitoring authorities and relatives has become a risky activity, says auditor summoned by Moraes

Klรฉber Cabral, president of the National Association of Federal Revenue Auditors, claims that actions by Brazil's Supreme Court against tax officials have made monitoring politically exposed persons a risky endeavor.

Feb 20 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Cape Town, Joburg and Ekurhuleni Locked in Dispute With AG Over Municipal Audit Reports

Three major South African metros, Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Ekurhuleni, are embroiled in disputes with the Auditor-General over their 2024-25 audit reports.

Feb 20 โ€ข 13:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Auditor investigated for alleged data leak from the Supreme Court is dismissed from trust position in Presidente Prudente

Federal auditor Ricardo Mansano de Moraes was dismissed from his position amid an investigation into a suspected data leak involving Supreme Court ministers.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Red-state auditor's report flags Democratic governor's 'concerning' spending on 'luxury' expenditures

Kentucky's Republican auditor raises issues over extravagant spending by Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear's administration, outlining significant expenditures deemed unnecessary.

Feb 20 โ€ข 01:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Acre Journal 2nd Edition this Thursday, February 19, 2026

The Acre Journal covers various news stories, including a removed auditor, legal developments involving Gilmar Mendes, and a carnival victory.

Feb 19 โ€ข 23:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: GR2 of Thursday, February 19

A roundup of significant news events including the suspension of an auditor linked to Gilmar Mendesโ€™ family, discussions about Trump's potential military action against Iran, and the release of Prince Andrew amidst an ongoing investigation.

Feb 19 โ€ข 23:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: DF2 of Thursday, February 19, 2026

The article discusses various news events including the dismissal of an auditor related to Gilmar Mendes, President Trump's considerations regarding Iran, legal troubles faced by Prince Andrew, and notable achievements in Brazilian carnival.

Feb 19 โ€ข 22:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: JL2 from Thursday, February 19, 2026

The article covers a range of events including the removal of an auditor affiliated with Gilmar Mendes, comments from Trump regarding military actions in Iran, and updates on former Prince Andrew's legal troubles.

Feb 19 โ€ข 22:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Revenue removes auditor from leadership position who was targeted in operation regarding illegal access to data of STF ministers and relatives

A Brazilian auditor targeted by a Federal Police operation for illegally accessing data of STF ministers has been removed from his leadership role within the Federal Revenue.

Feb 19 โ€ข 20:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Tax authority removes from leadership position auditor suspected of accessing data of Gilmar's ex-stepdaughter

An auditor from Brazil's federal tax agency has been removed from his position amid allegations of unauthorized access to personal data of a high-profile minister's family member.

Feb 19 โ€ข 20:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Deputies issue call for appointment of head of ASF

The Chamber of Deputies in Mexico has announced the process for appointing the new head of the Superior Audit Office (ASF) for the 2026-2034 term, with candidate interviews scheduled for early March.

Feb 18 โ€ข 21:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

ASF and Sedena sign inter-institutional collaboration agreement to strengthen oversight

The Auditor General of the Federation and the Secretary of National Defense in Mexico have signed an agreement to enhance inter-institutional coordination and improve public spending oversight.

Feb 18 โ€ข 21:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Nova Scotiaโ€™s Finance Department says over-budget spending needed to act swiftly

Nova Scotia's Finance Department defends its over-budget spending practices, emphasizing the necessity for flexibility in responding to citizens' needs despite criticism from the auditor general and opposition parties.

Feb 18 โ€ข 19:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Auditor confirmed accessing data of relative of Gilmar Mendes, says Unafisco president

An auditor from Brazil's Federal Revenue accessed data related to a relative of Supreme Court Justice Gilmar Mendes, leading to an investigation of public employees for alleged data leaks.

Feb 18 โ€ข 17:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Association says that tax auditors cannot be scapegoats after leak against the STF

The Unafisco Nacional criticized the Federal Police's operation targeting a Federal Revenue auditor suspected of data breaches involving STF ministers' families.

Feb 17 โ€ข 20:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Reps direct Accountant-General, Auditor-General to submit four yearsโ€™ FG financial statements

The Nigerian House of Representatives has directed the Accountant-General and Auditor-General to submit the federal government's consolidated financial statements for the years 2023 to 2025 by October 2026, addressing delays in financial reporting.

Feb 16 โ€ข 20:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Massachusetts auditor takes transparency fight to high court after alleged $12M fraud uncovered

Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio has filed a lawsuit against legislative leaders, including her own party members, to enforce a voter-approved measure allowing audits after discovering nearly $12 million in alleged public assistance fraud.

Feb 15 โ€ข 19:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Superior Audit as a Strategic Axis to Promote Development in Latin America and the Caribbean

The article discusses how superior auditing is essential for enhancing democratic governance and sustainable development in Latin America and the Caribbean, according to David Colmenares Pรกramo, Auditor Superior of the Federation.

Feb 11 โ€ข 20:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Reps slam poor funding of Auditor-Generalโ€™s office

The Nigerian House of Representatives criticized the inadequate funding of the Office of the Auditor-General during a budget defense session, warning that this could negatively impact anti-corruption efforts.

Feb 11 โ€ข 16:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Competition for tax auditor: see the schedule for selection with a salary of up to R$ 28,500

The competition for the tax auditor positions in Goiรกs, Brazil, offers 70 vacancies with a significant salary and is set to take place on May 17.

Feb 11 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

DN: The Auditor General Investigated the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and IPI โ€“ Never Saw the Ministry's Report on Young Women and Epstein

A report reveals that while the Norwegian Audit Office investigated the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and its connection to the International Peace Institute, it never received critical documentation related to allegations involving Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 10 โ€ข 19:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

The Auditor: The State is not Providing Economic Support to Residents of the Periphery Who Left After the Massacre and Do Not Want to Return

The Israeli state auditor criticizes the government's inadequate economic support for residents of the western Negev who evacuated after a deadly attack and currently do not wish to return.

Feb 10 โ€ข 13:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Auditor fiscal contest with a salary of R$ 28,500 opens for registration

The Goiรกs State Secretariat of Economy has opened registrations for a public competition for state tax auditors, offering a salary of R$ 28,500.

Feb 9 โ€ข 16:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

MP requests that ex-state tax auditor living in a $7 million mansion in the USA be placed on Interpol's 'red list' of fugitives

The Sรฃo Paulo Public Ministry has requested the inclusion of Alberto Toshio Murakami, a former state tax auditor living in a $1.3 million home in Maryland, on Interpol's Red Notice list for international criminals, as well as his arrest.

Feb 6 โ€ข 19:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
Crime & Justice

Reps committee summons FCT area council chairmen over N100bn indictment

The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee has summoned the chairmen of the six Area Councils in the Federal Capital Territory due to alleged financial misconduct exceeding N100 billion, as highlighted in an audit report from the Auditor-General.

Feb 6 โ€ข 13:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

MP requests electronic ankle bracelet for owner of Ultrafarma and arrest of fugitive auditor involved in corruption scheme at the Treasury Department

The Sรฃo Paulo Public Ministry has requested the re-application of an electronic ankle bracelet for Ultrafarma's owner, Sidney Oliveira, who is under investigation for tax fraud involving the state Treasury, alongside the arrest of a fugitive auditor.

Feb 5 โ€ข 23:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

Netanyahu published partial transcripts from cabinet meetings since Operation Protective Edge to distance himself from responsibility for October 7th

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released partial transcripts from cabinet meetings dating from the 2014 Operation Protective Edge to deflect blame for the October 7 attacks, while highlighting selective quotes to the state auditor's queries regarding the failures leading up to the massacre.

Feb 5 โ€ข 20:40 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Gambia: Billions Unaccounted for As Auditor General Issues Adverse Opinion On 2024 Accounts

The Auditor General of Gambia, Cherno Amadou Sowe, has declared that the government's 2024 financial statements misrepresent the stateโ€™s financial position due to significant recording errors and misclassifications amounting to billions of dalasis.

Feb 3 โ€ข 14:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Editorial: Appointment of a New Auditor with Ties to the Ruling Party

The head of the Board of Audit and Inspection, Kim Ho-cheol, has nominated Im Seon-sook, a former supreme committee member of the ruling Democratic Party, as a new auditor, raising concerns about political independence.

Feb 3 โ€ข 09:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

The Presidential Committee Receives Complaints About the State Auditor

The Presidential Committee of the Althingi is set to review complaints concerning the State Auditor in accordance with established protocols.

Jan 13 โ€ข 11:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
Crime & Justice

The Court sentences the former mayor of the PP of Orihuela, the auditor, and the corruptor of Brugal

The Provincial Court of Alicante has sentenced the former mayor of Orihuela and three other councilors for their involvement in the 'Brugal case', convicting nine of the 33 accused in the corruption scandal related to waste collection and cleaning contracts.

Jan 12 โ€ข 13:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

OPAP-Allwyn: All the decisions of the extraordinary General Assembly, how the shareholders voted

The extraordinary General Assembly of OPAP S.A. approved multiple decisions including restructuring, creating new subsidiaries, canceling treasury shares, cross-border transformation in Luxembourg, electing the Board of Directors, forming committees, appointing an auditor, and establishing a compensation policy.

Jan 8 โ€ข 10:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Scathing audit reveals more fraud concerns inside top Minnesota agency with fabricated documents, 'misconduct'

A recent audit by the Office of the Legislative Auditor exposes significant fraud and misconduct within Minnesota's Department of Human Servicesโ€™ Behavioral Health Administration, revealing that over $425 million in grants were awarded without proper oversight.

Jan 7 โ€ข 14:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Mississippi auditor warns welfare fraud is 'incredibly easy' as $77M trial begins

Mississippi's auditor warns of systemic weaknesses in welfare programs as jury selection begins for a significant $77M welfare fraud trial.

Jan 6 โ€ข 17:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

State Auditor: The Ministry of Education did not implement the lessons of Corona on distance learning and learning during the war was affected

A report by the State Auditor reveals that the Israeli Ministry of Education lacked a plan for promoting remote learning prior to October 7, resulting in inadequate preparation for online education and significant gaps in technological infrastructure, along with safety deficiencies in schools.

Jan 6 โ€ข 14:03 UTC

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