CITY GOVERNMENT · FINANCE
City Controller
Managing Hammond’s financial operations, records and responsibilities.
CONTACT THE OFFICE
City Controller’s Office
Hammond City Hall
5925 Calumet Avenue
Hammond, IN 46320
5925 Calumet Avenue
Hammond, IN 46320
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OFFICE HOURS
Monday–Friday
8:30 am–4:30 pm
ABOUT THE OFFICE
Supporting the city’s financial health.
The controller is responsible for maintaining comprehensive financial information about the City of Hammond, developing an internal control structure that protects government assets from loss, theft or misuse, and compiling financial statements.
WHAT WE DO
Duties of the Controller’s Office
Prepares the city’s annual budget and annual report
Audits all accounts and funds of the city’s budget
Issues all checks, including payroll checks for city employees
Issues receipts for all money payable to the city
Registers all rental property in the city
Manages the finances and accounts of the city and invests city money
Manages the health insurance program for employees and retirees
Issues all business licenses and permits
Processes all purchase orders and claims for payment
Collects fees as required by ordinance
Manages liability and workers’ compensation claims for the city
Performs duties concerning city bonds, notes and warrants
DOCUMENTS
City of Hammond W-9
Download our current W-9 forms here.
