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Office of Financial Operations

Accounts Payable, Financial Reporting, University Accounting, Tax and Compliance, and joint oversight of the Office of Sponsored Awards and Research Administration

The Office of Financial Operations is responsible for University Accounting, Accounts Payable, Financial Reporting, Tax and Compliance, and jointly oversees the Office of Sponsored Awards and Research Administration. The office ensures that university funds are disbursed and recorded in accordance with generally accepted accounting procedures. The Office of Financial Operations provides accurate financial information in a cost effective, efficient, and timely manner to those responsible for managing the financial resources of the university and to external constituencies.

To achieve our fiduciary goal, the Office of Financial Operations expects that all policies, procedures, and guidelines are followed. All expenses must be recorded accurately and disbursed within an acceptable time period.

A pile of receipts

Accounts Payable

Accounts payable oversees the correct disbursement of university funds, and oversees reimbursements, payments to vendors, and travel expenses.

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University Accounting

University Accounting oversees the financial resources of the university and coordinates the enforcement of its fiscal policies and procedures.

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Abigail Labella (left) and Ariel Aspiras sort samples for storage in the lab

Office of Sponsored Awards and Research Administration (OSARA)

OSARA administers federal and non-federal grant funds post award.

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Binders full of paper

Financial Reporting

Providing information and resources for the internal and external financial reporting needs of the University.

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Volumes of tax law books

Tax and Compliance

Ensuring the university conforms with federal, state, and local tax and compliance laws.

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