Section 41-A. Deputy comptroller for the city of New York

In addition to
  the deputies otherwise authorized by law, the comptroller shall, by  and
  with  the advice and consent of the senate, appoint a deputy comptroller
  for the city of New York. Such deputy may be removed or replaced by  the
  comptroller  and  shall  receive  an  annual  salary  to be fixed by the
  comptroller within the amounts appropriated therefor.  Such  deputy  may
  perform  any  of  the  powers  or duties of the comptroller and he shall
  assist the New York state financial control board  created  pursuant  to
  section  five of the New York state financial emergency act for the city
  of New York in carrying out and exercising the responsibilities assigned
  and powers granted to such board.