Office of the Comptroller

Office of the Comptroller

Patty Dalessandro headshot

Patricia J. Dalessandro, MBA, CPA, CFE

Vice President and Comptroller
215.571.4478 pjr27@drexel.edu

The mission of the Office of the Comptroller is to ensure the stewardship and management of the University's finances through effective and efficient accounting processes; provide leadership and guidance in matters of financial accounting and research accounting; and assist in the development, maintenance and implementation of sound fiscal policies and accounting procedures, with the goal of enhancing internal controls and continuous improvement of financial systems in conjunction with the other University finance-related offices.

What Can the Office of the Comptroller Help With?

  • Setting up direct deposit and online W-2 Form access for employees
  • Obtaining copies of audited financial statements
  • Providing access to financial policies procedures and forms
  • Accessing information about pay stubs, time off balances, time entry and approvals
  • Obtaining closing schedules
  • Tax compliance matters:
    • Providing guidance to department and University administrators on international, federal, state and local tax issues
    • Obtaining Forms 1042-S and/or a copy of IRS Form 990
    • Making independent contractor determinations


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Announcements

Exempt Leave Report Reminder
Jun 5, 2025
Drexel University requires all leave reports to be submitted on a timely basis. Professional staff should submit time within three business days following the close of the month for review and approval. Approvers are required to approve leave reports in a timely manner.
FY25 Accrual and Deferral Process
Apr 29, 2025
The handling of prepaid expense deferrals and expense accruals will be consistent with the last nine fiscal years. General Accounting processes all prepaid expense deferrals and accruals for all of Drexel University and its subsidiaries.
Fiscal Year 2025 Year-End Closing Schedule
Apr 29, 2025
In preparation for the 2025 fiscal year-end close, the following guidelines and calendar outline the standard closing requirements. Please review and circulate this information so that everyone is familiar with the guidelines and important deadlines. This will assist in making the year-end closing process more efficient.
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