About the North Carolina Office of the State Controller

OSC Mission Statement

It is the mission of the Office of the State Controller to:

  • Ensure proper financial reporting and accounting for all state agencies and institutions by providing leadership, guidance, and consulting in all accounting matters.
  • Maximize the cash availability and ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal requirements by providing an effective statewide cash management system.
  • Ensure that all state employees are accurately paid on a timely basis by providing both an effective central payroll system and leadership, guidance and support to all payroll functions in state government.
  • Encourage an enterprise approach to the business systems of state government, including the use of electronic commerce, where practical.
  • Promote best business practices in the management of state resources.