Strengthening Our Accounting Team: Leadership Updates and New Additions

Three cheers for Liz, Yvonne, Victoria, 
and Tammy!

UVA Finance is pleased to share several important updates within our Accounting team, changes that reflect the department’s continued focus on collaboration, expertise, and excellence in financial stewardship. 

Congratulations to Liz Vlahos, who has been promoted to Director of Accounting. Liz has been an integral member of the Accounting team as a manager, bringing strong leadership and a deep commitment to advancing UVA’s financial stewardship. Before joining the University, Liz served as Assistant Director at the Virginia Department of Accounts, where she gained extensive experience in state-level accounting practices—expertise she continues to apply to her work at UVA. We are excited for the energy and insight she brings to this new role. 

We also extend heartfelt thanks to Yvonne Metheny for her outstanding leadership as Director of Accounting. Beginning October 1, Yvonne transitioned into the role of Investment Accounting Program Lead, where she will continue to apply her knowledge and dedication in support of UVA Finance’s mission. 

The team is also pleased to welcome two new colleagues who have joined the Accounting area from Payroll: 

• Victoria Peprah-Asante, Accounting Manager, who will lead efforts around payroll accounting improvements, fiscal stewardship, and reconciliations. 
• Tammy Kolotkin, Senior Financial Analyst, who will support this important work alongside Victoria. 

Please join us in congratulating Liz, Yvonne, Victoria, and Tammy as they begin these new chapters. These transitions strengthen our Accounting team and position UVA Finance well for the work ahead.