As the elected City Auditor of Long Beach, Laura Doud leads an office that provides independent audits and fraud investigations to advance an effective and efficient City government.

Credentials

Certified Public Accountant (CPA): 27 years of experience as a CPA with an excellent track record in public and private accounting

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE): Trained to uncover fraud, waste, and abuse with proven results

Juris Doctor (JD): With a law degree, adept at analyzing complex issues to ensure fair and equitable outcomes for taxpayers

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Accountancy

Public Sector Experience

Responsible for overseeing the City’s $3 Billion+ budget expenditures as your taxpayer advocate

Led two different initiatives that have brought in over $300 Million to benefit Long Beach residents

A tenacious fighter against fraud, waste, and abuse to make every dollar count and the City accountable to taxpayers

Professional Awards

Won Top Honors and Awards for Exemplary and Distinguished Work for Nine Audits

Wife, Mother, and Passionate Lifelong Resident of Long Beach!