Navy Finance Center

The Navy Finance Center (NFC) was established in 1962 in Cleveland, Ohio, as a centralized facility responsible for managing financial operations for the United States Navy. Its mission included processing pay and allowances for Navy personnel, managing disbursements, and maintaining accurate financial records. Over the years, the NFC streamlined and modernized Navy pay systems, significantly improving efficiency and service for sailors worldwide. In 1991, as part of Department of Defense consolidation efforts, the Navy Finance Center was integrated into the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS), marking the end of its independent operations but ensuring its legacy of financial stewardship continued within the larger defense community.