STATE CONTROLLER'S OFFICE - 7320-APR-2001

(Revised: 04/2001)

The State Controller is the State’s chief financial officer who is elected by a vote of the people every four years and serves as a member of fiscally oriented State boards and commissions.  The State Controller’s Office responsibilities include the following:

1. Maintains central control accounts for all funds in the State Treasury including appropriation accounts that show the undisbursed balance of each appropriation.
2. Audits claims against the State for legality, authorized purpose, and sufficient appropriation.
3. Issues warrants for State obligations.
4. Administers the Uniform State Payroll System.
5. Prepares reports on the financial condition of the State including the Budgetary/Legal Basis Annual Report and the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (generally accepted accounting principles basis).
6. Provides fiscal assistance and guidance to local governments.
7. Administers the State’s unclaimed property laws. Website: California State Controller