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June 23, 2025
Southwest Airlines Discount Agreement and New Airline Policy Updates

We’re pleased to share that the University has successfully renewed its discount agreement with Southwest Airlines, effective July 1, 2025. This updated agreement provides discounted rates for flights originating from the John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) based on the type of fare selected.

June 23, 2025
FY26 Balances Displayed on OBI Dashboards

During the period of time when both FY25 and FY26 are open, the balances appearing as FY26 results are inaccurate. This is because FY25 yearend must be complete and closed, before the roll forward of the FY25 ending balances can occur and load as the FY26 beginning balances for accounts.

June 23, 2025
Attention: Year-End Close – Important Reminders for JET Users - Multiple Periods Will be Open

As we move through the year-end close process, please keep in mind that June 2025-25 & July 2025-26 will both be open periods in JETfrom late June through the end of July. This overlap provides flexibility, but also increases the risk of misposting, so extra attention is required when entering journals.

June 23, 2025
Heightened Border Security and Device Inspections: What University Travelers Need to Know

As global security protocols continue to evolve, travelers, especially those crossing international borders, are seeing a noticeable increase in border screenings, device inspections, and customs-related delays.

June 4, 2025
OHIO-DAN Mid-Year Pause and P.O.U.R.

Join the OHIO Digital Accessibility Network (OHIO-DAN) for a relaxed, mid-year check-in on Thursday, June 26 at 4 PM EST on the

June 4, 2025
Fiscal Yearend Close – Important Dates and Steps

As we approach the close of the fiscal year on June 30, June is a critical month for campus finance administrators. It’s the time to tie up loose ends, ensure accurate reporting, and begin the closeout process.

June 4, 2025
Fiscal Year-End – PCard Transactions

All PCard transactions dated on or before June 30, 2025 (FY25)must be substantiated and submitted for approval in Concur by Monday, July 21.

June 3, 2025
FY25 Year-End Reminder – Invoice Approvals in BobcatBUY

As we approach the close of Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25), it’s essential to ensure that all invoices are approved in a timely manner. All FY25 invoices must be approved through Department Approval in BobcatBUY no later than Monday, July 28.

June 3, 2025
Supplier Management Transformation: Progress on PaymentWorks Implementation

The Finance Department is pleased to share an update on the successful implementation of PaymentWorks, the University’s new supplier management portal. Since its launch, the platform has significantly improved how we onboard and manage supplier information, making the process more secure, efficient, and transparent.

June 3, 2025
Managing Overspent Balances and Ensuring Timely Closeout of Sponsored and Internal Awards

To maintain compliance and ensure accurate financial reporting, it is essential that all Sponsored, Internal, and Cost Share awards—managed through the Grants Accounting system, and using the Project-Task-Award (PTA) account number are closely monitored to avoid overspending and are closed promptly once the project or funding period ends.

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