Who Can We Audit
The Office of the Auditor General has authority to conduct audits of programs, department, enterprises and chapters (political subdivisions) of the Navajo Nation. Therefore, our audit universe comprises of 110 Chapters, approximately 10 enterprises and 300+ departments and programs. We can also examine procurement contracts, grants and other activities that involve Navajo Nation funds and resources.
110 Navajo Nation Chapters
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Western Agency |
Chinle Agency |
Ft. Defiance Agency |
Shiprock Agency |
Eastern Agency |
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Birdsprings |
Black Mesa |
Cornfields |
Aneth |
Alamo |
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Bodaway/Gap |
Blue Gap/Tachee |
Coyote Canyon |
Beclabito |
Breadsprings |
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Cameron |
Chinle |
Crystal |
Cove |
Becenti |
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Chilchinbeto |
Forest Lake |
Dilkon |
Gadiiahi/Tokoi |
Casamero Lake |
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Coalmine Canyon |
Hardrock |
Fort Defiance |
Mexican Water |
Chichiltah |
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Coppermine |
Low Mountain |
Ganado |
Nenahnezad |
Churchrock |
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Dennehotso |
Lukachukai |
Greasewood Springs |
Newcomb |
Counselor |
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Kaibeto |
Many Farms |
Houck |
Red Mesa |
Crownpoint |
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Kayenta |
Nazlini |
Indian Wells |
Red Valley |
Huerfano |
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LeChee |
Pinon |
Jeddito |
San Juan |
Iyanbito |
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Leupp |
Rock Point |
Kinlichee |
Shiprock |
Lake Valley |
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Navajo Mountain |
Rough Rock |
Klagetoh |
Tiis Tsoh Sikaad |
Litttlewater |
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Oljato |
Round Rock |
Lupton |
Teec Nos Pos |
Manuelito |
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Shonto |
Tsaile/Wheatfields |
Mexican Springs |
Toadlena/Two Grey Hills |
Mariano Lake |
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Tuba City |
Tselani-Cottonwood |
Nahata Dziil |
Sweetwater |
Nageezi |
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Tolani Lake |
Whippoorwill |
Naschitti |
Sheepsprings |
Nahodishgish |
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Tonalea |
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Oak Springs |
Sanostee |
Ojo Encino |
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Inscription House |
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Red Lake #18 |
Hogback |
Pinedale |
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Sawmill |
Upper Fruitland |
Pueblo Pintado |
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St. Michaels |
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Ramah |
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Steamboat |
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Red Rock |
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Teesto |
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Rock Springs |
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Tohatchi |
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Smith Lake |
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Twin Lakes |
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Standing Rock |
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Whitecone |
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Thoreau |
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Wide Ruins |
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Tohajiilee |
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Torreon/Star Lake |
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Tsayatoh |
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Whitehorse Lake |
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Whiterock |
FAQs
Why are audits requested?
Audits are typically requested for the following reasons:
- There are allegations of potential fraud, misuse of assets/resources or non-compliance.
- It is a requirement stipulated in a grant/contractual agreement or fund management plan.
- There is a changeover in government administration and/or elected officials.
- There is an interest in making improvements for greater accountability, transparency, efficiency and effectiveness.
How do we request an audit?
An audit can be requested in several ways but the most common are:
- correspondence
- resolution whether by chapter or Navajo Nation Council standing committee
- referral by another agency with expressed concerns
- petition by constituents with concerns
How is a chapter selected for audit?
The Auditor General can select a Chapter for audit based on one or more of the following:
- Written request via a letter, resolution, or petition.
- The last time an audit (internal audit or independent financial audit) was performed.
- Adverse results from an independent financial audit.
- Allegations of improprieties with chapter finances and/or government services.
- Referral from another agency.
How is a department/program selected for audit?
The Auditor General can select a Department or Program based on one or more of the following:
- Written audit request from upper management or the Navajo Nation Council.
- Resolution or directive by a Navajo Nation Council standing committee.
- Allegations of improprieties within the department/program.
- Referral from another agency.