The General Ledger

The General Ledger Newsletter

What's new with the university PCard program

May 31, 2024

We’ve heard your feedback! The Yale University Purchasing Card Program (PCard) team has taken proactive steps to align the PCard to usage needs and behaviors. Since the program’s inception, PCard limits have not changed to keep up with rising inflation and technology. Likewise, the program...

Team spotlight: University Audit and Advisory

May 31, 2024

May marks a significant period in the audit calendar as we celebrate Internal Audit Awareness Month, an initiative led by The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) to emphasize the critical role of internal auditors. To mark the occasion, we will share insights into the internal audit profession...

Finance DiSC training - An update from Jenna Milman

April 30, 2024
Finance DiSC Training

Do you recall the sneak peek we shared at the January Finance Town Hall about Finance’s upcoming training initiatives? We’re thrilled to unveil additional details about our comprehensive DiSC three-part training program designed to empower Finance staff.

This...

Award Recognition Program update

April 30, 2024

The Award and Recognition Committee is excited to delve deeper into our new Award and Recognition Program, which celebrates and honors the contributions of our dedicated staff members. This initiative reflects our commitment to fostering a positive work environment where each individual’s...

Open positions - April 2024

April 30, 2024

The following positions are currently posted in STARS on the external gateway and still accepting applications/no offer pending unless otherwise noted. Please use the links below to view each job posting in STARS.

Controller’s Office...

Finance SLT update - March 2024

March 28, 2024

Want the inside scoop? Here’s a quick rundown of the various topics, projects, initiatives, and updates that are currently top-of-mind on the Senior Leadership Team.

Finance projects gating meeting: Celebrate success; review change requests; review current projects; review requested...

Open positions - March 2024

March 28, 2024

The following positions are currently posted in STARS on the external gateway and still accepting applications/no offer pending unless otherwise noted. Please use the links below to view each job posting in STARS.

Controller’s Office...

Finance's Culture Survey update: A note from Steve Murphy

March 28, 2024
Our culture journey – where we are now

Over the last two months, when talking about Finance’s most recent culture survey (KFD), I shared that the SLT and I view shaping culture as a journey. We are committed to regularly and formally requesting feedback from you to make sure we stay on the...

Team spotlight: Strategic Sourcing

March 28, 2024

This past month, we spoke with Joseph Kerley, the deputy chief procurement officer and director of strategic sourcing, about the strategic sourcing team, its recent accomplishments, and upcoming projects. Here’s what he had to say.

Please provide a brief overview of your...

Department Digest - Office of Student Accounts

February 29, 2024

The Office of Student Accounts is responsible for account billing, payment, and refund processing activities. This past month, we spoke with Nicole LeBlanc, whose team reports to the Controller’s Office. 

Meet the team:

Nicole LeBlanc is a university bursar...

Explore new Finance courses in Workday Learning

February 29, 2024

We’re excited to announce that  Workday Learning  has over 30 finance-related courses available for you as a Finance employee! Whether you want to expand your skill set or develop new talents...

Open Positions - February 2024

February 29, 2024

The following positions are currently posted in STARS on the external gateway and still accepting applications/no offer pending unless otherwise noted. Please use the links below to view each job posting in STARS.

Controller’s Office...

Participate in a blood drive at 25 Science Park

February 29, 2024

25 Science Park is hosting quarterly  blood   drive s on the dates below for the Red Cross. CR125 has been reserved for each date. Please join us in doing our part to support this important cause!

Tuesday, April 2, 2024: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 23, 2024: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday,...

Three workshops to enhance your career

February 29, 2024

Human Resources has announced three upcoming career development workshops this spring to help enhance your career readiness skills. Whether you want to grow towards a new position or revisit some vital career development skills, the following opportunities can help you towards your journey....

Cost Transfer process enhancements are live: Join an info session

January 31, 2024
Summary Effective Wednesday, January 24, 2024, the Policy 1305 Cost Transfer and related procedures and processes have been updated. Effort Certification reviewers...

OneFinance highlights from Steve Murphy

January 31, 2024

Happy New Year!

At the start of this new year, I would like to share some exciting highlights with you. But first things first: here’s to a fantastic 2024, and thank you all for your achievements in the first half of FY24! It’s hard to believe that it’s already been a year since I...

Staff Spotlight - Menhaj Ulhaq

January 31, 2024

You may remember Menhaj Ulhaq from the Winter Warmer, where he was recognized at the Special Recognition Awards last December for his collaboration efforts with a new team member. Before his time at Yale, he worked for the US Army in Afghanistan and was granted a special immigrant visa to come...

Open positions - January 2024

January 31, 2024
Open Positions - January 2024

The following positions are currently posted in STARS on the external gateway and still accepting applications/no offer pending unless otherwise noted. Please use the links below to view each job posting in STARS.

Controller’s Office...

Finance open positions - December 2023

December 20, 2023
Open Positions - December 2023

The following positions are currently posted in STARS on the external gateway and still accepting applications/no offer pending unless otherwise noted. Please use the links below to view each job posting in STARS.

Controller’s Office...

Yale Finance Competencies - Special Recognition Award winners 2023

December 20, 2023

Continuing our commitment to fostering and strengthening a positive work environment, the Finance Extended Leadership Team (ELT), working in collaboration with our Human Resources team, has developed an award program based on and inspired by our five Finance core competencies. The idea of...

Shining the spotlight on Capital Asset Accounting

December 20, 2023

The Capital Asset Accounting department is responsible for capital projects, the university’s Moveable Equipment Inventory (MEI), accounting for debt instruments, and various compliance and reporting activities. Associate Director Steve Munzner manages the team. Steve has been in this role for...

Finance Culture Survey – Coming in January!

December 20, 2023

On January 25, 2024, Finance will be launching our annual culture survey! We are excited to start our sixth year of work on building and sustaining a positive work environment and our second year gathering feedback through our updated survey, reflecting the desired state culture in Finance....

Simplify Tax Season with an Electronic W-2

December 20, 2023

This tax season, make things easier with an electronic W-2. Beyond simplifying your personal tax filings, making the switch to an electronic W-2 also offers added privacy, security, and convenience....

Behind the scenes - Annual Financial Report

November 30, 2023

Yale recently published the  fiscal year 2023 Annual Financial Report . While many of us rely on the financial statements included in the annual report, only some of our staff are familiar with the overall...

Department Digest - Financial Reporting

November 30, 2023

This past month, we spoke with Jenna Milman, Associate Controller in the Financial Reporting office. Here’s what she had to say about what they’re currently working on, their most significant achievements, and what’s coming next for them.

Can you provide us...

Finance open positions - October 2023

October 31, 2023
Open Positions - October 2023 The following positions are currently posted in STARS on the external gateway and still accepting applications/no offer pending unless otherwise noted. Please use the links below to view each job posting in STARS. Controller’s Office...

An update on financial training and the transition to Workday Learning

October 31, 2023

A lot is happening with training in Finance and at Yale!

Did you know Yale is preparing to launch a new learning management system (LMS) for all staff? In early 2024, after two years of work and planning, the university will transition from TMS to Workday Learning. This means that...

Department Digest - Supplier Compliance

October 31, 2023

This past month, we had the opportunity to speak with Monsi Wooten, manager of the Supplier Compliance unit within Procurement. Learn more about his team, what they’re working on, and what’s coming next.

Tell us about your team.

My team is the Supplier...

Extended Leadership Team (ELT) hosts MS Teams training to improve our ways of working

October 31, 2023

As you may know, the ELT comprises leaders within Finance who report to a Finance Senior Leadership Team member. They have been working on the following areas, identified as opportunities to implement some critical aspects of our team’s culture survey:

Learn from and accept...

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