THEORETICAL PRINCIPLES OF THE FUNCTIONING OF THE STATE FINANCIAL CONTROL SYSTEM

Abstract

Introduction. The article focuses on the achievements of domestic scholars who have been considering the theoretical foundations of the functioning of the system of state financial control in Ukraine. Purpose. The article aims to analyse and systematize the theoretical foundations of the functioning of the state financial control system. Method (methodology). To achieve the goal of the article, the following tasks have been identified: to investigate the categorical apparatus of the concept of "financial control" (to consider the essence of this category); to analyse the term "state financial control" on the basis of the views of domestic scientists; to investigate the functions of state financial control as an economic category. The object of the research is the functioning of the system of state financial control. The theoretical and practical approaches to the application of the system of state financial control in Ukraine are the subject of the study. Results. The strengthening of the financial position of the state, economic growth by monitoring the achievement of target benchmarks and verification of compliance with the limiting parameters of financial and economic development have been promoted in the research. It has been determined the essence of the state financial institution. Among the main points we can distinguish the establishment of the actual state of affairs and its comply with the requirements of the current legislation as the object of control over the lawfulness; financial discipline and rationality during the formation, distribution, ownership, use and alienation of the subject of control. It means that the assets belong to the state, as well as the use of funds remaining in the subject of financial relations in connection with the privileges granted for payments to the budgets, state off-budget funds and loans, which are received under state guarantees.