Philadelphia City Controller
Philadelphia, PA
County
Partisan
Current Incumbent
Christy Brady
Democratic
In office since January 2026
Next Election
Nov 6, 2029
Filing Window
Mar 7, 2029 - Aug 1, 2029
Term Length
4 years
Number of Seats
1
About this position
The County Controller or Comptroller is the Chief Financial Officer of the County responsible for supervising the fiscal affairs of the County. They maintain the general ledger, accounting records, financial reporting, accounts payable, payroll and garnishments.
Eligibility requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be a resident of the district
- Candidate must be at least 21 years old and a resident of the city for at least one year.
Filing information
Elections office
Rm. 142, City Hall, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Phone: 215-686-3469
Fee & signature requirements
Filing fee is $0; signature requirement of 1000.
Filing instructions
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Primary Type
Partisan
Primary Date
May 15, 2029
Primary Filing
Feb 13, 2029 - Mar 6, 2029