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The Office of the Treasurer has University-wide responsibilities for the treasury, investments, banking services, payroll, purchasing, accounts payable, long-term debt, property records and risk management functions, for accounting and preparation of internal and external financial reports including the general purpose financial statements, and the coordination and oversight of the external (independent) audits.

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Angela S. Martin
Vice President of Financial Operations and Treasurer
(859) 257-9830

Henry Clay Owen Employee of the Quarter

The OT employee recognition program consists of quarterly cash award of $100 and an annual award of $500. A committee selects the winner based upon demonstrated behaviors that evidence the OT values of innovation, improvement, customer service, communication, and excellence. To nominate a staff member for noteworthy performance, complete a nomination form and email to Treasurer@uky.edu or forward to 301 Peterson Service Building.

Nomination Form for Office of the Treasurer Outstanding Staff Award

Securing Financial Information

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Maintains an accounts payable system and serves the Faculty, Staff, and Students of the University and its affiliated corporations by making cash disbursements, in accordance with University, State, and Federal regulations, to vendors in settlement of valid claims for goods and services.

Endowment Services Provides endowment accounting and financial reporting of endowed funds in accordance with the policies established by the University.

General Accounting Responsible for University-Wide financial accounting, including the maintenance of the chart of accounts, processing journal vouchers, preparation of internal and external financial statements and tax returns.

Risk Management Manages the risks of loss to the University on an enterprise wide basis using techniques of risk identification and measurement, and monitoring the results.

Treasury Services Provides banking services, including management of the daily cash flow and investments in accordance with the policies established by the University.

Travel Management Services Provides resources for University official business travel.

Benefits Financial Accounting Provides accounting information for University benefit plans and uses administrative systems in order to timely and accurately reconcile benefits premiums.

Payroll Provides payroll service to all University employees. Responsible for insuring payments are made in accordance with the rules and regulations issued by the various taxing authorities, outside agencies, and the University's regulations as approved by the Board of Trustees.

Plant Assets Maintains and operates the Equipment Inventory (eBars) and Facilities Inventory (Space) systems.

Purchasing Provides expertise and support for the efficient and effective acquisition of materials, equipment, and services for all University departments.

Sponsored Projects Accounting Provides post-award grant accounting, including financial reporting, invoicing, and collection of receipts in accordance with federal, state, and sponsor guidelines. Provides oversight of the Time and Effort Certification System (FES).