Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the City Council’s confirmation of Michael Belsky as the City of Chicago’s new Comptroller, following a unanimous vote by City Council. In this role, Belsky will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of the City’s financial operations. As Comptroller, Belsky will oversee critical functions including accounting, payroll, audit readiness, and financial reporting. As Comptroller, Belsky will oversee critical functions including accounting, payroll, audit readiness, and financial reporting. Belsky has served as Acting Comptroller since May 2025 and brings a wealth of knowledge with over 35 years of experience spanning state, county and local governments, as well as the private sector. He previously served as the inaugural Executive Director of the Center for Municipal Finance at the University of Chicago’s Harris School of Public Policy, where he led research and advised on the fiscal sustainability of cities and states on a national level. Belsky holds a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Studies from Lake Forest College and a Master’s in Public Policy from the University of Chicago.