Exploring Finance at UVA: Brandy Marsh

Welcome to 'Exploring Finance at UVA'! This is a recurring blog feature highlighting finance professionals from across Grounds, beyond UVAFinance. Meet a diverse array of staff members and delve into their roles and insights in the world of finance within the greater UVA framework.

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Brandy Marsh

Brandy Marsh, Business Services Manager, Frank Batten School

How would you describe your job in simple terms? 

As the Business Services Manager, I have the incredible opportunity to assist in so many aspects of the Batten School's financial and business operations. This includes managing payroll, hiring students, registering vendors, creating supplier invoices and purchase requisitions, approving expense reports, and analyzing account spending. I also support Batten’s Research Centers with the Pre-Award process and the management of their awarded funds. I also work with our Batten School Foundation to distribute payments and reconcile accounts monthly.


Who do you work with most frequently in UVAFinance?

I work with so many incredible people within the Central Finance Team. I am always grateful for their superior guidance and support.


What does the rhythm of your work look like?  Do you have a busy season?

Every day is quite busy! The end of the fiscal year and the beginning of each semester brings a little more busyness to the day.


What do you enjoy most about your work?

I love helping others!  Whether it is faculty, staff, students, or vendors, when I can offer support and solutions, those are the best days.


How does your work contribute to UVA's mission?

The work I do every day furthers UVA’s mission specifically by supporting our faculty, students, and staff by creating an atmosphere immersed in honor, integrity, trust, and respect that provides excellent service and good stewardship.


Anything fun or interesting about your team?

If we had a team motto it would be “work hard, laugh harder.” Everyone is extremely supportive, collaborative, and encouraging. We all genuinely enjoy working together, and every day there is a laugh and smile shared.