Quantum Customer Billing is used to bill an individual or entity for goods or services provided by UMB departments.

Common examples are training, lab space, research services, etc.  Quantum Customer Billing is to be used when the revenue received will be credited to a non-sponsored source (i.e. Source Codes other than 285 and those that begin with “3”.  Bills for grants and contracts are generated by Sponsored Projects Accounting and Compliance (SPAC).

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Customer Billing and Collections Policy

Customer Billing and Collections Procedure

Foundation Reimbursements (UMBF & USMF)

Customer Billing in Quantum Financials is used to bill individuals or external entities for goods or services provided by departments of the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB).

Common examples include training, lab space, and research services. Use Customer Billing when the revenue will be credited to a non-sponsored source (for example, Source Codes other than 285 or those that begin with “3”).

When to Use Customer Billing

Use Customer Billing when:

  • A third party owes payment to UMB (cash inflow).
  • Revenue will post to a non-sponsored source (i.e. Source Codes other than 285 and those that begin with “3”).
  • The department is responsible for initiating the invoice.

Do NOT use Customer Billing for:

Customer Bill vs. NONPO Invoice

Understanding the difference ensures transactions are routed correctly.

  • Customer Bill

    • Payment is due to UMB from a third party.
    • The department creates and sends the bill to the third party.
    • Revenue is recorded and an accounts receivable is created.

    Questions: Contact General Accounting.

  • NONPO Invoice

    Questions: Contact Disbursements.

Customer Billing Workflows

Customer Billing includes multiple processes depending on the type of transaction.

  • Standard Customer Billing

    Used to bill external customers for goods or services provided by UMB departments.

    Includes:

    • Creating customer bills in Quantum Financials
    • Monitoring receivables
    • Following collection procedures
  • Foundation Reimbursements (UMBF & USMF)

    Required when requesting reimbursement from UMBF or USMF for expenses charged to a non-sponsored SOAPF.

    This process requires:

    • Creation of a Customer Bill in Quantum Financials
    • Submission of a Disbursement Request Form (DRF) to the Foundation
    • Monitoring of collections

    UMBF & USMF Reimbursements to UMB

Billing and Collections Requirements

Departments are responsible for:

  • Creating accurate and timely bills
  • Assigning a collector
  • Monitoring outstanding receivables
  • Complying with Customer Billing and Collections policy

Payment Card Industry (PCI) Compliance

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The University is committed to protecting payment card data and ensuring compliance with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS). Individuals involved in processing, storing, or transmitting payment card information must comply with University policies and required security standards.

View PCI Compliance Requirements and Resources

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Job aids are available for departments responsible for Customer Billing in Quantum Financials.

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