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University Controller’s Office
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Helping NC State Do Business

We make sure the university's financial systems are accountable, compliant and easy to use.

The NC State University Controller’s Office is tasked with maintaining the integrity of the university’s financial systems. Our oversight ensures all transactions are properly recorded, reported and reviewed in compliance with all laws, regulations and policies.

We also help NC State staff, faculty and students to navigate the university’s financial systems. From business officers overseeing major purchases to employees managing their paycheck, we help you find what you need — so you can get on with your day.

Accounts Payable

Learn about purchases and expenses, vendors and suppliers, spending guidelines, payment schedules, official university travel and more. 

Financial Reporting

View NC State’s annual financial reports, or learn how the university monitors financial transactions and manages its debt needs. 

Cash Services and Asset Management

Find support for capital asset management, billing and collection, cash management and banking, and merchant services and PCI compliance. 

Payroll and Employment Tax

Get help with your paycheck or other compensation, enroll in direct deposit, manage your tax withholding or view your pay statements and W-2. 

University Tax Compliance

Explore detailed guidance about state and federal tax law, access key documents and exemption forms, and find the answers to common tax questions. 

Resources

Access deadline and schedules, forms, guidelines, policies, procedures, 3D memos and everything else you need to do business at NC State.  

Latest Updates

To help you work smoothly, the Controller’s Office maintains a list of updates and changes to guidelines, policies, procedures and rates.

See our updates
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Help and Support

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Contact Us

Find out how we’re organized — and who can help answer your questions. 

Training

Access training materials, guides, videos and expert advice. 

Knowledge Base

The NC State Finance Division maintains a self-service online library to help you navigate university business processes, state compliance regulations, finance guidelines and more. Access hundreds of help topics 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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