Controller's Office

To request a payment to an individual, it is important to address two questions: Click on the summarized flowchart below for additional guidance in selecting the appropriate payment method (guidance on paying students is also available): Click the image below to enlarge: Rationale and other considerations: It’s important to keep in mind that the name […]

UNC Charlotte pays students for a variety of purposes. Most payments to students (besides government aid that is processed through Financial Aid) should either be classified as educational awards (namely scholarships/ fellowships) or compensation. On occasion, students will receive business expense payments (namely reimbursements or non-educational awards/prizes). Click on the summarized flowchart below for additional […]

Purpose: Provide UNC Charlotte’s annual financial statements and other financial reports prepared by the Controller’s Office. Financial reports Independent Auditor’s Reports The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (NCOSA) issues an Independent Auditor’s Report on the University’s annual financial statements. These reports are conducted in accordance with generally accepted U.S. auditing standards, including Government […]

University Policy 602.10, Mobile Communication Device (MCD) Allowances, establishes when the University will provide payment for employee use of MCDs when required to support business activities of the University, along with related administrative requirements. It is drafted with the intention of complying with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and other applicable statutes, regulations, and guidance. […]

Purpose: Provides financial management guidelines for business officers and other faculty/staff involved with managing departmental finances. Reference the companion piece to this guidance, the FMG Snapshot, for a high-level overview. Last Updated: November 1, 2024