North Carolina Auditor

Jessica N. Holmes

Democrat incumbent Jessica N. Holmes is running for North Carolina state auditor and has served since 2023. Holmes graduated from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, earning her bachelor's and law degrees. She was the youngest commissioner ever elected in Wake County in 2014 and served two terms as chair. Holmes is also a labor and employment attorney and formerly served as a North Carolina industrial commission deputy commissioner. 

She is committed to improving government services, public health, education and economic growth, understanding "the value of a dollar and the impact of government services on our everyday lives," according to her website.

Dave Boliek

Republican Dave Boliek is running for North Carolina state auditor. Boliek was an assistant district attorney in Cumberland County, prosecuting criminal cases. He has experience as a litigator in both state and federal courts. As chairman of the University of North Carolina Board of Trustees, Boliek formed the university's first audit committee, balanced the budget and eliminated the operating deficit. He also led UNC's efforts to end diversity and equity policies and established the School of Civic Life and Leadership. 

As state auditor, Boliek intends to implement conservative policies based on his experience in organizational leadership, according to Ballotpedia's candidate connection survey.

Bob Drach

Libertarian Bob Drach is running for auditor of North Carolina. Drach graduated with a bachelor’s degree from the College of William and Mary and received a graduate degree from Stanford University. Drach is a certified management accountant, with management experience in Deloitte and Rain Bird. 

Drach believes his political standings will ensure he does an unbiased job of regulating finances.