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Our Mission

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The Office of the Comptroller oversees the financial systems and processes of the Commonwealth, including vendor payments, spending on government programs, and the state payroll.  We are responsible for statewide accounting and for financial reporting under both GASB (Government Accounting Standards Board) and federal requirements, and for providing transparency to the citizens, taxpayers, and residents of the Commonwealth.  As an independent executive-level agency, we work to ensure that financial operations are compliant with state finance law and to maintain secure, controlled, and effective financial systems.  We combine oversight with collaboration to partner with financial staff at more than 150 departments across state government, with state employees, and with contractors, payees, and vendors. 

Our Vision

In fulfilling our mission, we aspire to help make Massachusetts a national model of good governance and professionalism in its financial operations.  We strive to achieve excellence through the development of our people and through careful implementation of modern technology.  In our work with each other and with colleagues across the Commonwealth, we are committed to a collaborative approach and a respectful environment.  Above all, we seek to promote understanding and confidence in state finance and in government, and to be stewards of the public trust. 

Core Values

  1. Innovation. We embrace new ideas and technologies to enhance our services and solutions, continuously striving for improvement. 
  2. Transparency. We are committed to making financial information accessible and understandable. 
  3. Integrity. We uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct, ensuring honesty and compliance in all our operations. 
  4. Accountability. We take responsibility for our actions and decisions, maintaining the trust placed in us by the public and our enabling legislation. 
  5. Collaboration. We foster a culture of teamwork and partnership, working together to achieve common goals and serve the public effectively. 
  6. Excellence. We aim for the highest level of performance and quality in all our work, setting a benchmark for good governance. 
  7. Customer Service. We are public servants.  We aspire to excellence in all of our interactions with our business partners and constituents. 

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M.G.L. Chapter 7A

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Comptroller Regulations

CTR regulations apply to the fiscal transactions of the Commonwealth unless specified in the regulation.

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Comptroller William McNamara

About the 20th Comptroller of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

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