(AP) — Two Republican candidates for Nebraska auditor both argue they have the right set of experiences to lead the office.

The Republicans and a Democrat are seeking the office left open by auditor Mike Foley, a candidate for governor.

GOP legislator Charlie Janssen of Fremont says his experiences heading a business and serving on the Fremont City Council would be beneficial in the office.

Republican Larry Anderson, an auditor in Foley’s office, has an accounting degree and has served in the Nebraska National Guard since 2007. He says understanding the office is among his best assets.

Sen. Amanda McGill of Lincoln is the only Democrat vying for auditor.

The primary is May 13.

The office audits state fiscal activity and some local government and investigates reports of government fraud and mismanagement.