Office of the Controller

Advancing Harvard's mission through excellence in financial stewardship

The Office of the Controller (OC) delivers a wide range of financial management services to the University with a focus on accounting and external reporting, tax compliance and reporting, and central billing.

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What can we help you with?

We provide efficient and effective financial and administrative services for the Harvard community. 

Accounts Receivable

Invoicing, tracking, and collecting receivables

Central Payroll

Processing wage payments to University employees

Financial Accounting and Reporting

Budgeting, recording, and reporting on University financial transactions

Financial Policy

Providing guidance and information on University-wide financial policies

International Payee Tax Compliance

Withholding and reporting tax for foreign individuals and entities

Student Financial Services

Managing student accounts, loans, and financial aid

University Tax Compliance

Serving as a resource for employee and University tax issues

Accounting and Finance Learning Portal

Exploring accounting and finance training resources by role and desired competency

Our Resources

Explore these resources to assist with your financial and administrative work at Harvard.

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For Faculty and Staff

For Students, Parent, and Alumni

For Suppliers and External Customers

Common Tasks

Accomplish what you came to our site to do.

Calculate Tax Withholdings

Change Payroll Direct Deposit

Complete Sprintax Calculus Profile

Download State Sales Tax Exemption Certificate

Request a Copy of Form W-2

Reference the 2024 Tax Document Contact Grid

Search Financial Policies

View the FY26 Monthly Closing Schedule

Annual Financial Reporting

Our Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR) team produces the University's annual financial report. 

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The FY24 Financial Report

Harvard University’s stewardship of its financial resources is aimed at advancing teaching, learning, and research priorities to make a positive impact in the world.

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