Finance Outreach and Compliance (FOC) was formed in January 2015 to enable the creation
of a more seamless and comprehensive approach to compliance and training across
the Finance area. The intervening months have been busy as I’ve worked
with Melody, her other direct reports, and leaders
from around the University to more clearly define the priorities and specific
responsibilities for the office. I’ve also had the privilege of building
what I think is a truly exemplary team to help me implement our mission which
directly supports the pillars of The Cornerstone
Plan. In
particular, FOC is committed to enhancing university-wide infrastructure and
services to encourage and support research, scholarship, creative arts and
innovation by faculty and students (Pillar #2) and pursuit of optimal
allocation of resources to align with institutional priorities (Pillar #5).
The FOC team
is currently working with partners across Grounds to:
- enhance
training programs for the Integrated System and Student Information System
finance modules - address
the IT security needs of researchers required by federal sponsors - develop
new finance processes. training programs, work aids and guidance documents to
address needs identified by stakeholders - plan
a Finance, Human Resources and Information Technology conference (UVA Forward
on May 26, 2016) for University administrative professionals - add
new functionality to the export control program and website - develop
training for the new travel booking and expense reimbursement tools - update
Finance policies - look
for ways to simplify processes while providing greater assurance of our
compliance with state and federal regulations as well as sponsor and donor
requirements - and many
other exciting projects.
To keep our
momentum going forward and succeed in our mission, we need your help.
Please stay engaged with us, keep your suggestions coming, and stay tuned for
new offerings!
- Kelly
Hochstetler, Director
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