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The people in the Division of Business and Finance, in exercising their responsibility and authority as representatives of Kent State University, provide quality service and accountability in support of the university mission. In order to achieve quality in their performance, they strive for continuous improvement in all that is done, plan and commit to accomplish targets annually, and are empowered to perform their duties. The values and beliefs espoused by the division are based on the principles of respect, integrity, service and commitment.
The division also manages several auxiliary enterprises. The following areas report to the interim senior vice president for administration and finance:
Campus Environment and Operations
Includes the Departments of Business and Supply, Custodial, Energy, Grounds, Maintenance, Occupational Health and Safety, and Structures.
Financial Affairs
Provides accountable business functions and business information support services such as the Bursar's Office, Business Administrator Services and the Comptroller's Office, which includes Financial Accounting, Grants Accounting, Equipment Inventory Control, Receivables, Accounting and Payroll; Procurement, which includes Mail Services and Treasury, Tax and Risk Management Services.
Internal Audit
Examines and evaluates Kent State University's activities and serves as the liaison between the university and the university's independent public accountant.
Office of the University Architect
Ensures the orderly and economical development and alteration of facilities according to sound architectural and engineering practices in keeping with the regulatory and procedural requirements of the university, state and other governing agencies. Coordinates communication with curators for all campus buildings.
Public Safety
Committed to providing a safe and secure campus environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors through the proficient and efficient delivery of Police, Fire Prevention, Transportation and Parking Services.
University Budget
Coordinates the development of the operating budget for unrestricted E&G and auxiliary funds, monitors the budget and processes budget revisions.