William A. Burgett (June 30, 1932 – April 10, 1999) served as acting Michigan Auditor General in 1961.

At some point, Burgett served as the administrative assistant to Michigan Lieutenant Governor John B. Swainson and as the assistant to the chairman of the Michigan Democratic Party.

Burgett was appointed Deputy Michigan Auditor General on June 21, 1960.

[1] On October 9, 1961, Michigan Auditor General Otis M. Smith resigned.

Burgett was appointed acting state auditor general the following day.