Elise M. Nieshalla

Elise M. Nieshalla is the Indiana State Comptroller, fulfilling the duties of the Constitutional Office of State Auditor. Since taking office in 2023, Comptroller Nieshalla continues her commitment to serve our state government by upholding the highest standards of fiscal responsibility in the: Prior to becoming the State Comptroller, Nieshalla served as President of the Boone County Council and President of the Indiana County Councils Association. In addition, Comptroller Nieshalla was the Chairwoman of the Association of Indiana Counties 2023 Legislative Committee and was honored to be named 2018 Indiana County Councilor of the Year. As a hard-working entrepreneur and economic development professional, Comptroller Nieshalla has worked over 20 years in real estate overseeing property acquisitions and business management for a portfolio of investments. From managing and appropriating funds within her local county budget to compiling the State of Indiana’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, Comptroller Nieshalla has a proven record of trusted fiscal stewardship of hard-earned tax-payer funds. She is also a strong proponent for the essential combination of transparency and fiscal responsibility to undergird our birthright of freedom. Comptroller Nieshalla earned a bachelor’s degree from Oral Roberts University and a master’s degree from Indiana University where she also taught as an adjunct faculty member in the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs. The State Comptroller’s office has three main areas — Accounts Payable, Accounting and Reporting and Payroll. Each of these departments plays a crucial role in the functionality of state government. From paying state employees to balancing the State’s checkbook, to partnering with local units of government on tax distributions, statutory reporting and year‑end financial statements, these departments and the employees within them are dedicated to accurate and transparent accounting on behalf of Hoosiers across the state. To get the latest updates from the State Comptroller, click the subscribe button above. To complete a request to have the Comptroller attend or speak at your event, please email Comments@comptroller.in.gov.