About Brian Sonntag

Ever since he was first elected State Auditor in 1992, Brian Sonntag has been a passionate, advocate for Washington citizens.  

Now in his fifth term as Auditor, Brian remains committed to ensuring state and local governments are accountable, accessible and responsive to citizens.

Brian serves as a board member of the Washington Coalition for Open Government.  Brian also is a member of the state Productivity Board and co-chairs Public Service Recognition Week, an annual event showcasing the achievements of state employees.

Brian is involved in his community, serving on the boards of United Way and the Boys and Girls Club. He also volunteered for many years as a youth baseball and basketball coach.

Professionally, he holds the designation as a Certified Government Financial Manager from the National Association of Government Accountants.  He also serves as a trustee on the Association of Government Accountants Academy of Government Accountability.  

Brian spent many years as a passionate, yet extremely average baseball player, and was an avid power lifter.  He is a member of the Tacoma Athletic Commission.

He and his wife, Jann, live in Tacoma, have raised five boys, and have four grandchildren.