WHAT IS A COMPTROLLER?

• County Comptrollers serve as the chief financial officer for the county
• They promote fiscal accountability in county government by serving as the accountant, managing investments, and auditing operations
• Florida’s Comptrollers look out for your tax dollars and keep local government accountable
• Florida currently has 61 County Comptrollers, most of whom also serve as the County Clerk of Court. In one county, voters independently elect the County Comptroller
  
  

COMPTROLLERS PROVIDE MANY SERVICES THAT PROTECT THE COUNTY'S BOTTOM LINE:

• Serve as the county’s accountant, overseeing finances and protecting tax dollars by ensuring they are properly used in accordance with the law
• Conduct independent audits and reviews of activities and expenses under the Board of County Commissioners
• Keep inventory of county assets such as county-owned property and land, vehicles, and other capital assets
• Oversee county investments to protect the public trust, assuring safety and liquidity while earning return on investment, while reducing the burden on taxpayers
• Maintain financial records and prepare reports on financial activity for the Board of County Commissioners
  

" Comptrollers play a crucial role in maintaining fiscal order of the county. We strive to honor taxpayers by improving accountability and demanding efficient use of public funds. As a result, we’ve saved taxpayers hundreds of millions. " - Tara S. Green, Clay County Clerk of Courts and Comptroller