Procurement, accounts payable, travel, and student payroll

Articles (11)

End of Fiscal Year 2026 Deadlines

Lists key dates and requirements for closing out fiscal year 2026, including submission deadlines, year-end processing expections, and fiscal year 2027 requisition tips!

Accounts Payable

Details the full lifecycle of receipts, invoices, and vendor payments. Use this article to understand how bills are processed and how vendors are paid.

Contracts

This article covers fundamental contracting information, including MN State policies and Procedures, drafting and negotiating, managing contract performance, and amendments.

Expense Reimbursements

Guidelines for receiving reimbursement for university business related out-of-pocket expenses. Includes rules for standard business expenses and relocation expenses.

Gift Card and Award Process

Explains the process for issuing gift cards and awards, including compliance requirements and documentation expectations.

Job Candidate Reimbursement

Outlines how Financial Management supports search committees with travel arrangements and reimbursing expenses for candidates traveling to campus.

Notary Publics

Provides information about available Notary Public services at Metro State.

Purchasing Credit Card Program

Describes how employees can obtain a purchasing card and the responsibilities and guidelines associated with being a cardholder.

Purchasing Guidelines

Explains how to submit requisitions, process payments, and follow purchasing rules and procedures.

Student Payroll

Guidance for recruiting, hiring, and paying student employees, including onboarding steps and payroll processing.

University Travel Protocol

Questions about traveling on behalf of Metro State? Review the University Travel Protocol! Find instructions for completing the Spend Authorization and how to obtain a travel purchasing card.