Departments

The departments within the Office of the Comptroller have their own websites, each packed with useful resources and contact information.

Accounting for Travel

Travel and expense reports for Charles River staff and faculty are processed in the travel section of the disbursements office. For help booking travel, including advice on policies and guidelines, visit the BU Travel website.

Accounts Payable

Accounts Payable makes non-payroll payments, such as those to vendors or for employee travel advances.

Cashier

The University Cashier is responsible for accepting and depositing all non-student check, cash and credit card payments made to the University.

Collection Department

The Collection Department is responsible for all Boston University-related receivables, including student loans and accounts.

General Accounting

General Accounting keeps a check on BU’s financial health. Its experts are responsible for the integrity of the University’s accounting records and policies.

Miscellaneous Receivables

Miscellaneous Receivables can assist Boston University departments in processing invoices for sales and services rendered by University departments to external entities.

Payroll

Payroll’s experts can help BU employees with questions about their checks, from direct deposits to understanding healthcare and tax deductions. Payroll also provides payroll advice for schools and departments.

Student Accounting Services

Student Accounting Services administers the payment of tuition fees, medical insurance, and sports passes.

Student Loan Department

The Student Loan Department works on behalf of alums who are repaying Perkins, HPSL/LDS, and BU institutional student loans.