- If you're into gaming, then you know what a controller does.

It helps you travel across math and solve puzzles.

Hey, people.

Cory here with Compact Civics.

(lively music) Did you know there's also a job title of controller?

It's a financial expert in the private sector.

What about comptroller?

You know what that is?

It's like a financial controller, but in the public sector or government.

They keep an eye on budgets, make sure every tax dollar is well spent, and ensure there are no financial shenanigans.

In some states, comptrollers are elected by public vote, just like picking a player for your team.

And in others, they're appointed by the governor.

And the title can vary by state to state, like comptroller of public accounts or comptroller general.

In New York, Thomas DiNapoli has been serving as state comptroller since 2007.

Impressively, he's the second longest serving comptroller in New York State history.

As a gamer, you're kind of like a comptroller, always making sure you have enough energy, focus and reserves to make it to that next level.