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As New York’s chief fiscal officer, a state comptroller responsibilities include:Protecting taxpayer funds by uncovering waste, fraud and abuse.Managing the State pension fund.Administering the State retirement system.Returning millions in unclaimed funds.Providing independent fiscal oversight on State, New York City and local finances.Providing technical assistance and training to local government officials and school districts.Reviewing State contracts and payments, maintaining the State's accounting system and administering the State payroll.https://www.osc.ny.gov/about/about-comptrollers-office