1 FAM 006.4
Bureau of the Comptroller and Global Financial Services (CGFS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
(Office of Origin: CGFS)
1 FAM 006.4-1 Comptroller for the Bureau of the Comptroller and Global Financial Services (CGFS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
1 FAM 006.4-1(A) Overall Responsibilities
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
a. The Comptroller heads the Bureau of the Comptroller and Global Financial Services and reports directly to the Under Secretary for Management.
b. The Comptroller:
(1) Exercises the Department’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) authorities in accordance with 31 U.S.C. 901 as acting CFO, as delegated by the Under Secretary for Management, and ensures in accordance with applicable law, duties of the Department’s Deputy Financial Officer are met;
(2) Serves as the primary advisor to the Under Secretary for Management and other Department leadership on matters relating to the Department’s financial management;
(3) Drives strategic initiatives to solve complex financial management challenges to ensure the Department’s long-term fiscal health;
(4) Directs the overall financial management lifecycle of the appropriations and funding for serviced bureaus;
(5) Oversees direction of all financial management activities related to the programs and worldwide operations of the Department to achieve U.S. foreign policy goals;
(6) Governs the framework of financial policies, standards, and internal controls to ensure effective, compliant, and responsible stewardship and safeguarding of Department resources;
(7) Directs the development and implementation of the Department’s financial systems architecture, ensuring it effectively supports enterprise-wide mission requirements and strategic decision making
(a) Evaluates accounting, financial and asset management systems, and other information systems that provide financial and/or program performance data;
(b) Develops financial performance indicators for inclusion in the financial systems, and financial reports and statements; and
(c) Approves the design of other information systems that provide financial and/or program performance data used in financial statements to ensure that duties of the CFO can be carried out.
(8) Ensures the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the Department’s financial reporting, such as the Agency Financial Report and the annual Federal Managers Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA) Report;
(9) Exercises management over the policies, procedures and activities related to emergency expenditures and the acceptance of gifts on behalf of the United States, Section 4, Section 25, and Section 36 of the State Department Basic Authorities Act (22 USC 2671, 22 USC 2697 and 22 USC 2708, respectively);
(10) Exercises oversight over the policies, procedures and activities related to the implementation of the systems providing for the management and funding of shared administrative support activities overseas authorized in 22 U.S.C. 2695, and the related financial management activities authorized under 22 U.S.C. 2684. These authorities are implemented through the International Cooperative Administrative Support Services (ICASS) system; and
(11) Serves the Department in the following capacities:
(a) Chairs the Department’s Management Control Steering Committee;
(b) Represents the Department in the U.S. Government-wide CFO Council;
(c) Serves as the Department’s senior accountable official for the quality and objectivity of, and internal controls over, the Department’s publicly disseminated spending information;
(d) Serves or designates an appropriate official as the internal administrative review official for debts collected by the Department domestically and oversees the exercise of debt collection authorities delegated to CGFS by the Under Secretary for Management;
(e) Acts as reviewing official for proposals to prosecute false claims or statements under the Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act (31 U.S.C. 3801-3812) and the implementing regulations (13 CFR Part 142); and
(f) Collaborates with HR and regional bureaus for the assignment of financial management personnel overseas.
1 FAM 006.4-1(B) Authorities
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
Legal authorities pertaining to the work of CGFS include:
(1) Budget and Accounting Procedures Act of 1950 (31 U.S.C. Section 3511 - 3515, 3521);
(2) Cash Management Improvement Acts of 1990 and 1992 (31 U.S.C. 3335 and 6503) (Public Law 101-453, 102-589);
(3) Chief Financial Officer’s Act (Public Law 101-576, November 15, 1990; 31 U.S.C. 901 et seq;
(4) Clinger-Cohen Act (Information Technology Management Reform Act) (Division E of Public Law 104-106);
(5) Debt Collection Improvement Act (DCIA) of 1996 (31 U.S.C. 3701, 31 U.S.C. 3711, 31 U.S.C. 3716) (Public Law 104-134);
(6) Debt Collection Act of 1982 (Public Law 97-365;
(7) The National Security, Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2026;
(8) Department of State Basic Authorities Act (Public Law 84-885);
(9) Federal Activities Inventory Reform Act of 1998 (Public Law 105-270;
(10) The Federal Advisory Committee Act (Public Law 92-463, 5 U.S.C. Appendix 2);
(11) Federal Credit Reform Act of 1990 (2 U.S.C. 661);
(12) Federal Financial Management Act of 1994 (31 U.S.C. 3332);
(13) Federal Financial Management Improvement Act (FFMIA) of 1996 (31 U.S.C. 3512) (Public Law 104-208, Secs. 801-808);
(14) Federal Managers' Financial Integrity Act of 1982, as amended (31 U.S.C. 3512);
(15) Department of State Authorization Acts;
(16) Foreign Service Act of 1980, as amended (Public Law 96-465; 22 U.S.C. 3901 et seq.);
(17) Government Management Reform Act (GMRA) of 1994 (Public Law 103-356);
(18) Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) of 1993 (31 U.S.C. 1115 and 1116, Public Law 103-62);
(19) Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended (5 U.S.C. Appendix 3);
(20) Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13);
(21) Prompt Payment Act of 1982 and Amendments of 1996 (31 U.S.C. 3901 et seq.);
(22) Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act of 1986 (31 U.S.C. 3801-3812);
(23) Reports Consolidation Act of 2000 (Public Law 106-531);
(24) State Department Basic Authorities Act (BAA) of 1956, as amended (22 U.S.C. 2651a et. seq.);
(25) Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (Public Law 104-193), 42 U.S.C. 659;
(26) Hatch Act Reform Amendments of 1993 (Public Law 103-94), 5 U.S.C. 5520(a);
(27) Federal Claims Collection Act of 1966, 31 U.S.C. 951-953;
(28) GPRA Modernization Act of 2010 (Public Law 111-352). Required quarterly performance assessments of Government programs, gives guidance concerning agency strategic plans, and establishes agency performance improvement officers;
(29) Improper Payments Elimination and Recovery Act of 2010 (Public Law 111-204, 31 U.S.C. 3301) amended the Improper Payments Information Act of 2002 (31 U.S.C. 3321);
(30)Digital Accountability and Transparency Act of 2014;
(31) Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 USC 2151 et seq);
(32) Foreign Service Buildings Act of 1926 (22 USC 292 et seq);
(33) Accountability of Tax Dollars Act of 2002 (Public Law 107-289; 31 U.S.C. 3515);
(34) Payment Integrity Information Act of 2019 (Public Law 116-117);
(35) Anti-Deficiency Act (31 USC 1341, 1342, 1511-1519); and
(36) Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 (PL 93-344).
1 FAM 006.4-1(C) Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Guidance
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
Bulletins, Circulars, and other guidance issued by OMB:
(1) OMB Bulletin 92-04, Termination of Federal Benefits to Deceased Beneficiaries;
(2) OMB Bulletin 07-04, Audit Requirements for Federal Financial Statements;
(3) OMB Circular A-11, Preparation, Submission, and Execution of the Budget;
(4) OMB Circular A-21, Cost Principles for Educational Institutions;
(5) OMB Circular A-25, User Charges;
(6) OMB Circular A-50, Audit Follow-Up;
(7) OMB Circular A-76, Performance of Commercial Activities;
(8) OMB Circular A-110, Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Agreements with Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals, and Other Nonprofit Organizations;
(9) OMB Circular A-122, Cost Principles for Nonprofit Organizations;
(10) OMB Circular A-123, Management’s Responsibility for Enterprise Risk Management and Internal Control;
(11) OMB Circular A-123 Appendix D, Compliance with the Federal Financial Management Improvement Act;
(12) OMB Circular A-129, Policies for Federal Credit Programs and Non-Tax Receivables;
(13) OMB Circular A-130, Managing Federal Information as a Strategic Resource;
(14) OMB Circular A-133, Audits of States, Local Governments and Nonprofit Organizations;
(15) OMB Circular A-134, Financial Accounting Principles and Standards;
(16) OMB Circular A-135, Management of Federal Advisory Committee;
(17) OMB Circular A-136, Financial Reporting Requirements; and
(18) Management Procedures Memorandum No. 2016-3, Additional Guidance for Data Act Implementation.
1 FAM 006.4-2 Global Working Capital Fund Directorate (CGFS/GWCF)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Global Working Capital Fund Directorate oversees the International Cooperative Administrative Support Services (ICASS) and the Office of Working Capital Funds Management operations.
1 FAM 006.4-2(A) Office of Working Capital Funds Management (CGFS/GWCF/WCFM)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Working Capital Funds Management:
(1) Performs daily budget execution tasks, including obligations for contracts, travel, internal services and intra-government agreements, ULO management, cash flow management and allotment of funds;
(2) Monthly reporting of earnings, expenses, current financial position and expected fiscal year results by cost center, service center, and fund code level;
(3) The WCFM is responsible for coordinating with the Bureau of Budget and Planning (BP) to prepare the annual WCF operating plan, CBJ and Bureau Resource Requests (BRR) and carryforward justifications;
(4) Coordinates service center billing from Departmental and other Government customers, ensures all revenue is collected in a timely manner and credited to the correct center; and
(5) Provides management and accounting guidance to Embassy Associations worldwide, ensuring they are using accepted principals and following all Department regulations.
1 FAM 006.4-2(B) Office of the International Cooperative Administrative Support Services (CGFS/GWCF/ICASS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of the International Cooperative Administrative Support Services:
(1) Oversees the ICASS system and focuses its efforts through support to the interagency ICASS Executive Board and ICASS Working Group, management of the budget and invoicing process, policy, training, and consultations; and
(2) ICASS is the principal means for the U.S. Government to provide and share the cost of common administrative support needed to ensure effective operations at its more than 200 diplomatic and consular posts abroad. In the spirit of the Government Performance and Results Act, the ICASS system seeks to provide quality services at the lowest cost, while ensuring that each agency bears the cost of its presence abroad.
1 FAM 006.4-3 Principal Deputy Comptroller for Enterprise Financial Operations (CGFS/EFO)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The principal deputy comptroller for Enterprise Financial Operations:
(1) Serves as the primary advisor to the Comptroller and senior officials on all enterprise financial operations and services;
(2) Oversees the financial services delivered from CGFS financial centers in Charleston and Bangkok;
(3) As the Principal Deputy, advises the Comptroller and provides management support and direction for activities across the Bureau;
(4) Serves as a member of the Department Senior Assessment Team (SAT);
(5) Oversees the processing of all debt administrative reviews and waiver requests for the Comptroller;
(6) Coordinates with other Department entities located in the Charleston Center on campus-wide planning issues and other activities impacting the center and liaises with other federal enclave and community partners; and
(7) Serves as the designated senior official for Charleston for emergency action coordination and execution.
1 FAM 006.4-3(A) Global Financial Operations Directorate (CGFS/EFO/GFO)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Global Financial Operations directorate:
(1) Responsible for the day-to-day operations and management of the Department’s financial operations as well as the operational readiness of implementing major financial system updates and changes; and
(2) Advises the principal deputy comptroller for Global Enterprise Financial Operations on all matters relating to the domestic and consolidated accounting and fiscal programs of the Department and other agencies that receive fiscal services from the Department.
1 FAM 006.4-3(A)(1) Office of Global Accounting (CGFS/EFO/GFO/GA)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Global Accounting:
(1) Provides accounting support to domestic bureaus, overseas posts, and other federal agencies. Coordinates the review, update, reconciliation, and correction of the Department’s Real and Personal Property capitalized assets; and
(2) Manages accounting activities, including ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and compliance with regulatory standards.
1 FAM 006.4-3(A)(2) Office of Payables and Receivables (CGFS/EFO/GFO/PR)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Payables and Receivables:
(1) Processes and adjudicates vendor and employee claims;
(2) Processes cash receipts and intragovernmental activity; and
(3) Manages debts owed to the Department from billing to collection and Treasury reporting.
1 FAM 006.4-3(A)(3) Office of System Controls and Configuration (CGFS/EFO/GFO/SCC)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of System Controls & Configuration:
(1) Supports and maintains the Department’s financial systems (Global Financial Management System (GFMS) & Regional Financial Management System) to include fiscal year end activities and interfaces; manages the Interagency Liaison Office;
(2) Performs business process review and reengineering, process automation, and analysis;
(3) Manages the Department’s travel charge card programs (individually and centrally billed); and
(4) Provides oversight and guidance to travelers, cardholders, and bureau coordinators.
1 FAM 006.4-3(B) Global Compensation Directorate (CGFS/EFO/GC)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Global Compensation Directorate administers worldwide, consolidated payroll operations, which provide payroll services for all Department U.S. citizen and locally employed staff worldwide as well as groups of employees from other agencies.
1 FAM 006.4-3(B)(1) Office of Pay Support (CGFS/EFO/GC/PS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Pay Support:
(1) Provides assistance and resolution for payroll-related inquiries and issues; and
(2) Offers support to employees regarding their pay, address discrepancies, and ensuring that any payroll concerns are resolved promptly and effectively.
1 FAM 006.4-3(B)(2) Office of Pay Processing (CGFS/EFO/GC/PPR)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Pay Processing:
(1) Handles the execution of payroll operations;
(2) Manages payroll calculations, deductions, disbursements, and ensures compliance with all relevant tax and labor regulations;
(3) Administers the operations of the Foreign Service Retirement and Disability System and the Foreign Service Pension System for active and retired personnel of the Department, U.S. Agency for International Development, U.S. Agency for Global Media, and other agency participants covered legislatively under the Foreign Service Act (as amended) and consults with and advises individual annuitants on retirement matters and entitlements; and
(4) Maintains individual fiscal records for Departmental and other agency employees and ensures the accurate and timely transfer of Civil Service Retirement Fund accountability reporting to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM).
1 FAM 006.4-3(B)(3) Office of Pay Systems (CGFS/EFO/GC/PSYS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Pay Systems manages and maintains the technological infrastructure that supports processing payroll and annuities timely and accurately.
1 FAM 006.4-3(B)(4) Office of Pay Systems Interface (CGFS/EFO/GC/PSI)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Pay Systems Interface provides interface support for pay offices and systems programs.
1 FAM 006.4-3(C) Office of Global Disbursing Operations (CGFS/EFO/GDO)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Global Disbursing Operations:
(1) Manages the Department’s global disbursing activities including processing electronic and check payments, purchasing and selling foreign currency, maintaining local currency and U.S. dollar bank accounts, and monitoring cashier operations worldwide;
(2) Provides safeguarding and accounting for all official funds received by the Disbursing office and makes disbursements in accordance with existing laws, regulations, and instructions. Reports monthly disbursement and collection activities to Treasury and agencies; and
(3) Processes collections and payments to the Department, deposits the collections with Treasury, and ensures that transactions and fund balances are properly recorded and maintained.
1 FAM 006.4-4 Deputy Comptroller for STANDARDS, TECHNOLOGY, AND REPORTING (CGFS/STR)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Deputy Comptroller for Standards, Technology, and Reporting:
(1) Serves as the primary advisor to the Comptroller and other executives on matters relating to financial management systems, policies, reporting, and controls; and as the Department’s Senior Financial Assistance Officer, provides leadership and coordination on financial management policies, standards, and oversight affecting the Department’s Federal Assistance programs;
(2) Directs the development and implementation of Department-wide financial management standards through policies, procedures, and performance metrics, ensuring their integration into financial systems and reports, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and government-wide standards; serves as the strategic hub for data governance, analytics innovation, and AI strategies to enhance financial management decision-making;
(3) Directs the planning, development, implementation, and life-cycle management of the Department’s enterprise financial management systems and supporting information technology infrastructure, ensuring data integrity, security, and compliance with Departmental and federal requirements;
(4) Oversees the Department’s internal controls program, including risk management and compliance with OMB Circular A-123, FMFIA, and PIIA; chairs the SAT, serves on the Management Control Steering Committee (MCSC), and directs the identification and remediation of control deficiencies and fiscal irregularities, including chairing the Committee of Inquiry into Fiscal Irregularities; and
(5) Represents the Department in councils, committees, and working groups related to financial management and Federal Assistance such as the Chief Financial Officers Council and the Council on Federal Financial Assistance.
1 FAM 006.4-4(A) Financial Governance, Reporting, and Standards Directorate (CGFS/STR/FGRS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Financial Governance, Reporting, and Standards Directorate sets Department-wide financial management policies and standards, ensures strong governance and compliance, and promotes integrity and accountability in all financial operations.
1 FAM 006.4-4(A)(1) Office of Financial Standards (CGFS/STR/FGRS/FS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Financial Standards:
(1) Ensures that Department financial management activities, including those involving federal assistance and foreign assistance, adhere to comprehensive financial management requirements;
(2) Develops, maintains, and implements Department-wide financial management standards, ensuring compliance with federal laws, regulations, and best practices;
(3) Establishes and updates financial management frameworks, including internal controls, risk management, and reporting standards, for Department operations domestically and abroad;
(4) Provides authoritative guidance and interpretation on the application of financial standards to Department bureaus, posts, and serviced agencies;
(5) Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders—including OMB, Government Accountability Office (GAO), Treasury, and other federal agencies—to align Department financial standards with government-wide requirements;
(6) Leads Department initiatives to assess, monitor, and improve financial management practices, including the implementation of new standards and corrective actions;
(7) Serves as the Department’s principal advisor on financial standards, representing the Department in interagency and intra-Departmental forums; and
(8) Develops training and outreach to promote understanding and compliance with Department financial standards.
1 FAM 006.4-4(A)(2) Office of Financial Accounting and Reporting (CGFS/STR/FGRS/FAR)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Financial Accounting and Reporting:
(1) Establishes, coordinates, and implements the practices and procedures for carrying out the Department’s financial statements and reporting requirements in accordance with the CFO Act, GPRA, GMRA, FFMIA, and the Reports Consolidation Act;
(2) Ensures the accuracy, quality, and timeliness of the financial data presented in the Department’s financial statements and reports, which are audited by the Office of Inspector General (OIG) and GAO, and submitted to OMB and Congress as a basis for measuring the Department’s success in carrying out its program responsibilities within budgetary authorities;
(3) Formulates, reviews, and recommends Departmental policies, plans, and systems for fiscal and accounting procedures and reports as they pertain to Department of State appropriations and funds, ensuring that financial statements present the full financial picture of the Department, including resources received, generated, assets on hand, and the use of appropriated monies;
(4) Provides expert advice, with the assistance of the Office of the Legal Adviser (L), on the analysis and interpretation of laws, Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board (FASAB) standards and guidelines, and on the regulations, decisions, and directives of other governmental bodies affecting financial reporting and accounting;
(5) Serves as the Department’s liaison and coordinates with senior management officials of OMB, Department of the Treasury, GAO, FASAB, OIG, and other Federal, State, local, and private entities on fiscal policies, practices, and procedures as they relate to the development and analysis of financial statements and reports, and the U.S. Standard General Ledger; participates on task forces that develop recommendations concerning U.S. Government-wide financial reporting practices; and
(6) Directs and performs special accounting and financial management projects addressing the Department’s most significant financial interests and concerns, and analyzes financial statements and reports to note trends, performance measurements, and financial controls for the attention of key officials.
1 FAM 006.4-4(A)(3) Office of Governance and Oversight (CGFS/STR/FGRS/GOV)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Governance and Oversight:
(1) Develops, implements, and oversees the Department’s financial governance and internal control framework for domestic and overseas operations, overseeing management controls and risk management activities to support compliance with the FMFIA, , FFMIA, FISMA, OMB Circular A-123, the GAO Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government Payment Integrity Information Act of 2019 (Green Book), and other applicable federal financial management laws, regulations, and standards as it relates to financial management controls;
(2) Serves as the Department’s focal point for internal control assessment and reporting, including support to the MCSC and Senior Assessment Team, oversight of management control and quality assurance reviews of financial activities and processes, and consolidation of results from internal control activities and identified deficiencies to inform the Department’s risk based internal control structure and the Secretary’s annual Statement of Assurance and related internal control and PIIA reporting;
(3) Functions as the advisor on internal control implications of proposed and existing statutes, regulations, policies, and regulatory issuances affecting the Department’s worldwide financial management operations and provides recommendations and guidance to promote continued compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards, including effective design and implementation of management controls and business processes;
(4) Serves as the central coordinator for information related to internal controls and financial management for the OIG, GAO, external auditors, and other external audiences, including audit follow up and reporting on the status of corrective actions for identified deficiencies; and
(5) Provides advisory support on management controls and financial governance to Department bureaus, posts, and offices, through data-driven analysis of financial and internal control information, and identifies innovative ideas, techniques, and best practices that enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the Department’s internal control and financial management framework.
1 FAM 006.4-4(B) Chief Information Officer Directorate (CGFS/STR/CIO)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Chief Information Officer Directorate:
(1) Advises the Comptroller, Principal Deputy Comptroller, and Deputy Comptrollers on all resource management system matters including hardware, software, operations, emerging technologies, policies, procedures, security, standards, methodologies, etc., working in coordination with the Department’s Chief Information Officer (DT/CIO); and
(2) Serves as system owner for all Department enterprise-wide resource management systems.
1 FAM 006.4-4(B)(1) Office of Financial Technology Infrastructure (CGFS/STR/CIO/FTI)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Financial Technology Infrastructure:
(1) Manages information technology infrastructure, information systems security operations, data communications, financial and payroll systems operations, and resolves technical issues for the Departments enterprise finance and payroll applications; and
(2) Oversees the infrastructure of Departments enterprise financial management and payroll applications and system interface management.
1 FAM 006.4-4(B)(2) Office of Financial Technology Services (CGFS/STR/CIO/FTS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Financial Technology Services:
(1) Develops the enterprise financial management and payroll applications;
(2) Initiates and delivers new IT security solutions sets to posts;
(3) Implements the Department’s technology toolsets to support Information Systems Security Office globally;
(4) Develops appropriate tools; and
(5) Coordinate penetration testing and remediation efforts through IT security planning, evaluation, analysis guidance, verification, and validation of Plans of Action and milestones closures and remediation.
1 FAM 006.4-5 Deputy Comptroller for Global Support Services (CGFS/GSS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Deputy Comptroller for Global Support Services:
(1) Oversees centralized financial services support to posts worldwide through shared services delivery;
(2) Oversees global customer engagement for financial operations, to include guidance, assistance, global financial training, project implementation, and functional and technical Help Desk support to both domestic offices and overseas posts;
(3) Serves as the Bureau’s primary liaison and advisor on Financial Management Officer matters with HR, bureaus, and posts; and
(4) Serves as the primary subject matter expert and advisor on post financial operations.
1 FAM 006.4-5(A) Office of Post Support Services (CGFS/GSS/PSS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Post Support Services provides centralized vouchering services for all posts and provides budgeting, accounting, and timekeeping services for posts in distressed conditions. A highly experienced and specialized team supports posts virtually, allowing routine transactions to be processed centrally while post focuses on higher-value, mission-specific activities. The Department strategically mandates that PSS process certain transaction types e.g., travel and grant payments. PSS continues to enhance its centralized services to meet the evolving financial needs of global customers.
1 FAM 006.4-5(B) Office of Customer Engagement (CGFS/GSS/CE)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Customer Engagement:
(1) Acts as the customer focal point for financial operations for domestic offices and overseas posts, providing guidance, assistance, and global financial training; and
(2) Offers functional and technical customer support desk services and administers the CGFS Knowledge Base program.
1 FAM 006.4-5(C) Bangkok Financial Service Center (CGFS/BFSC)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Bangkok Financial Services Center:
(1) Provides comprehensive financial services including accounting, payroll, disbursing, customer support and training to posts across EAP, NEA, and SCA regions, as well as selected posts in EUR and AF bureaus;
(2) Delivers vouchering services to embassies and consulates worldwide through the Post Support Services unit; and
(3) Assists with the design, development, installation, and maintenance of advanced financial systems and software applications.
1 FAM 006.4-6 Deputy Comptroller for Bureau Financial Support Services (CGFS/BFSS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The deputy comptroller for Bureau Financial Support Services:
(1) Responsible for the overall leadership, direction, and management of the delivery of financial management services and support to bureaus;
(2) Serves as the Comptroller’s principal advisor on financial management, budget formulation and execution, internal controls, and resource planning services to the supported bureaus and offices;
(3) Ensures the effective stewardship of appropriated and non-appropriated funds, compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and alignment of resources with Departmental and Administration priorities;
(4) Liaises directly with leadership from partner bureaus and offices, including assistant secretaries, deputy assistant secretaries, executive directors, office directors, strategic planning staff, and others;
(5) Provides strategic feedback and operational direction on policy and system changes proposed by the Undersecretariat for Foreign Assistance, Humanitarian Affairs, and Religious Freedom; BP and other offices within CGFS in coordination with and on behalf of partner bureaus;
(6) Oversees the implementation of finance-related internal controls, management controls, mitigation strategies and corrective actions;
(7) Coordinates the development and execution of annual and multi-year financial plans, ensuring alignment with Departmental strategic objectives and Administration priorities;
(8) Ensures the timely and accurate preparation of budget submissions, financial reports, and responses to oversight organizations;
(9) Leads efforts to identify and implement process improvements, streamline operations, and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of financial management services;
(10) Represents CGFS/BFSS in Departmental working groups, inter-bureau committees, and external engagements as delegated by the Comptroller; and
(11) Manages the policy and oversight of programs administered under the Emergencies in Diplomatic and Consular Services (EDCS) appropriation.
1 FAM 006.4-6(A) Foreign Assistance and Independent Accounts Directorate (CGFS/BFSS/FAIA)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Foreign Assistance and Independent Accounts Directorate:
(1) Manages the comprehensive financial management, budget formulation and execution, internal controls, and resource planning services to supported bureaus and offices, including both programmatic accounts such as International Humanitarian Assistance, Migration and Refugee Assistance, Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance, International Disaster Assistance, Global Health Programs, Nonproliferation, Anti-terrorism, Demining, and Related Programs, Embassy Security, Construction, and Maintenance (ESCM), Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs, and other relevant appropriations, as well as administrative accounts;
(2) Ensures the effective stewardship of appropriated and non-appropriated funds, alignment of resources with Departmental and Administration priorities, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Departmental policies governing foreign assistance and management or administrative funding, including Congressional notifications and reprogramming actions;
(3) Serves as the principal financial adviser to leadership of partner bureaus and offices including assistant secretaries, deputy assistant secretaries, executive directors, office directors, strategic planning staff, and others;
(4) Serves as the primary liaison with Departmental resource management offices on matters related to management financial accounts, including with F and BP;
(5) Supports the Department’s strategic planning, performance management, and risk assessment processes by providing financial data, analysis, and forecasting to supported bureaus and offices to inform resource allocation decisions, support the achievement of organizational goals, and ensure funds are aligned with Departmental and Administration priorities;
(6) Prepares budget submissions, financial reports, and responses to oversight organizations:
(a) Coordinates with program offices, F, BP, and other stakeholders on the development, submission, and defense of the Congressional Budget Justification, annual financial plans, and other budgetary documents in alignment with Departmental strategic goals and Administration directives;
(b) In coordination with the Bureau of Budget and Planning, supports the preparation and defense of apportionment requests to OMB in conjunction with a framework of allocations and allotments ensuring a robust system of controls to distribute resources in accordance with statutory and programmatic requirements as well as regular and transparent financial reporting;
(c) Coordinates and prepares financial information supporting responses to audits, inspections, and inquiries from the OIG, GAO, and other oversight entities; and
(d) Ensures timely and accurate financial reporting, including the preparation of or support activities for required statements of assurance, performance reports, and responses to Congressional and Departmental data calls.
(7) Develops, implements, maintains, and monitors robust internal controls and management control systems to safeguard resources, prevent waste, fraud, and abuse, and ensure compliance with FMFIA, OMB Circular A-123, and Departmental guidance;
(8) Oversees the development and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and systems to support effective funds control, accounting, and management reporting, in accordance with OMB Circular A-11; and
(9) Provides training, guidance, and support to directorate staff and supported bureaus on financial management best practices, internal controls, and compliance requirements.
1 FAM 006.4-6(A)(1) Office of Foreign Assistance Financial Services (CGFS/BFSS/FAIA/FAFS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Foreign Assistance Financial Services manages and oversees the financial resources for Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy, Bureau of Disaster and Humanitarian Response, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor, Global Financial Services, Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration, Office of Foreign Assistance, Office of the Executive Director, and other F Undersecretariat organizations.
1 FAM 006.4-6(A)(2) Office of International Security Assistance Financial Services (CGFS/BFSS/FAIA/ISFS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of International Security Assistance Financial Services manages and oversees the financial resources for Bureau of Arms Control and Nonproliferation, Bureau of Counterterrorism, Bureau of Emerging Threats, Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, Executive Director Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security and other T Undersecretariat organizations other than INL.
1 FAM 006.4-6(A)(3) Office of Overseas Buildings (OBO) Financial Services (CGFS/BFSS/FAIA/OBFS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Overseas Buildings Financial Services manages and oversees the financial resources for OBO.
1 FAM 006.4-6(A)(4) Office of Economic and Public Diplomacy Financial Services (CGFS/BFSS/FAIA/EPFS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Economic and Public Diplomacy Financial Services manages and oversees the financial resources for the Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy, Office of Chief Economist, Bureau of Economic, Energy, and Business Affairs, Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, Office of the Executive Director, Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs, Office of Policy, Planning, and Resources, Bureau of Global Public Affairs, and other E family and R family organizations.
1 FAM 006.4-6(B) Management Financial Accounts Directorate (CGFS/BFSS/MFA)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Management Financial Accounts Directorate:
(1) Manages the comprehensive financial management, budget formulation and execution, internal controls, and resource planning services to supported bureaus and offices, including both programmatic accounts such as Consular and Border Security Programs (CBSP), Capital Investment Fund (CIP), EDCS, Repatriation Loans Program Account (Repat), and administrative accounts including Diplomatic Programs (DP), as well as any other relevant accounts;
(2) Ensures the effective stewardship of appropriated and non-appropriated funds, alignment of resources with Departmental and Administration priorities, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Departmental policies governing foreign assistance and management or administrative funding, including Congressional notifications and reprogramming actions;
(3) Serves as the principal financial adviser to leadership of partner bureaus and offices including assistant secretaries, deputy assistant secretaries, executive directors, office directors, strategic planning staff, and others;
(4) Serves as the primary liaison with Departmental resource management offices on matters related to management financial accounts, including with F and BP;
(5) Supports the Department’s strategic planning, performance management, and risk assessment processes by providing financial data, analysis, and forecasting to supported bureaus and offices to inform resource allocation decisions, support the achievement of organizational goals, and ensure funds are aligned with Departmental and Administration priorities;
(6) Prepares budget submissions, financial reports, and responses to oversight organizations:
(a) Coordinates with program offices, F, BP, and other stakeholders on the development, submission, and defense of BRR, annual financial plans, and other budgetary documents in alignment with Departmental strategic goals and Administration directives;
(b) In coordination with the Bureau of Budget and Planning, supports the preparation and defense of apportionment requests to OMB in conjunction with a framework of allocations and allotments ensuring a robust system of controls to distribute resources in accordance with statutory and programmatic requirements as well as regular and transparent financial reporting;
(c) Coordinates and prepares financial information supporting responses to audits, inspections, and inquiries from the OIG, GAO, and other oversight entities; and
(d) Ensures timely and accurate financial reporting, including the preparation of or support activities for required statements of assurance, performance reports, and responses to Congressional and Departmental data calls.
(7) Develops, implements, maintains, and monitors robust internal controls and management control systems to safeguard resources, prevent waste, fraud, and abuse, and ensure compliance with the FMFIA, OMB Circular A-123, and Departmental guidance;
(8) Oversees the development and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and systems to support effective funds control, accounting, and management reporting; and
(9) Provides training, guidance, and support to directorate staff and supported bureaus on financial management best practices, internal controls, and compliance requirements.
1 FAM 006.4-6(B)(1) Office of Administration, Technology, and Budget Financial Services (CGFS/BFSS/MFA/ATB)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Administration, Technology, and Budget Financial Services manages and oversees the financial resources for Bureau of Administration, Bureau of Diplomatic Technology (DT), CGFS, BP, and Bureau of Global Acquisitions.
1 FAM 006.4-6(B)(2) Office of Consular Affairs Financial Services (CGFS/BFSS/MFA/CAFS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Consular Affairs Financial Services manages and oversees the financial resources for CA and Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs.
1 FAM 006.4-6(B)(3) Office of Diplomatic Security Financial Services (CGFS/BFSS/MFA/DSFS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Diplomatic Security Financial Services manages and oversees the financial resources for DS.
1 FAM 006.4-6(B)(4) Office of Management Financial Services (CGFS/BFSS/MFA/MFS)
(CT:ORG-1; 10-09-2026)
The Office of Management Financial Services manages and oversees the financial resources for Bureau of Medical Services, Office of Foreign Missions, Bureau of Personnel and Training, Under Secretary for Management, Office of the Executive Director, Bureau of Legislative Affairs, Office of the Legal Advisor, and Office of Protocol.