Because of the dual character of the functioning purpose of the economic entities with public ownership - the one to make profits as an economic agent and the other to deliver public services as a tool for implementing the state policy, the organization of an efficient financial management of these entities has always been a challenge. Therefore, this article systematise the research results of conceptual aspects on financial management of the economic entities with public ownership, and presents an overview of regulatory framework of the Republic of Moldova with regard to financial regulations of the economic entities with public ownership activity in order to identify associated strengths and weaknesses and potential ways of improving and strengthening its, to consolidate the financial discipline and enhance the efficiency of public property use.