Comptroller
kəmˈtroʊlər
Definitions
An official responsible for controlling and managing the financial accounts and affairs of an organization.
kəmˈtroʊlər
An official who controls the finances of an organization.
The comptroller reviewed the budget proposals.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're in charge of the money for a whole school or company. The comptroller is the person who keeps track of all the money coming in and going out, making sure everything is in order. It's like being a really important accountant!
👶 For kids: The person who keeps track of all the money in a company or a city.
More Examples
The city comptroller's office conducted an audit of the city's finances.
The new comptroller was tasked with streamlining the company's financial processes.
How It's Used
"The company comptroller reported a significant increase in quarterly profits."
"The state comptroller is responsible for auditing government spending."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
From Old French *controleur*, from *contrer* ('to check, verify') + *-our* (suffix denoting an agent). Related to 'control'.
The term has been used since the Middle Ages, often in governmental and financial contexts, reflecting its role in overseeing expenditures and ensuring fiscal responsibility.
Memory tip
Think of the 'compt' as 'count' and 'troller' as 'controller' – someone who counts and controls money.
Word Origin
"Controller, checker"