Disbursements

A Division of Administration and Finance

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The Office of the Controller-Disbursements (OOTC-Disbursements) is responsible for managing and processing payments on behalf of the university, including accounts payable, travel reimbursements, and working fund transactions. Committed to accuracy, efficiency, and compliance, the unit also offers training and support to campus departments to ensure proper payment practices and adherence to university and regulatory guidelines.

Definitions

UMB Funds

All funds administered by UMB, regardless of fund source, are UMB Funds.  UMB Funds are governed by state regulations, USM policies, and UMB policies and procedures.  UMB Funds include State-appropriated general funds, tuition, fees, and other income, as well as auxiliary funds, revolving/discretionary funds, Designated Research Initiative Funds, gifts, contract or grant revenues, and other restricted funds.

UMB Employee

A UMB Employee includes (but is not limited to) all types (regular, contingent I and contingent II) and classes (faculty, staff, students, post-doctoral fellows) of individuals who receive compensation from UMB through the State of Maryland Central Payroll Bureau.