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The Organization Finance Officer serves as the Executive Officer of the Council on Student Activity Funds and performs several vital functions for the Council. He / She is charged administratively with the responsibility of carrying out the Council’s decisions by communicating the decision to the requesting organization(s) and by processing the necessary administrative requirements. In addition to his / her role with the Council, the OFO serves to assist student organizations in the management and processing of its allocated funds. The OFO is also charged with the responsibility to insure CSAF decisions and policies are followed by funded organizations. In order to accomplish these purposes, the following responsibilities are delineated to the position:

The Organization Finance Officer communicates the Council’s decisions and information to the appropriate administrative offices and registered student organizations.Through workshops and educational materials, the OFO instructs organizations on the proper methods and procedures for the procurement and expenditures of student activity funds. The OFO also serves to facilitate funding requests that are presented to the Council to insure accuracy.

The OFO serves as a liaison between student organizations and the University Business Office, Budget Office, Auxiliary Services and outside vendors to assist in the administrative process of requesting checks, depositing income, solving problems, adhering to procedures, and so forth.

The OFO assists with the educational mission of the Office of Student Activities by providing developmental learning experiences with the treasurers of registered student organizations through workshops, newsletters and publications.

The OFO audits organizations to insure that CSAF funds are being managed according to the governing policies and budget allocations of CSAF. Expenditures are monitored in view of Council intent and policies.

The OFO continually strives to upgrade the quality of service provided through policy recommendations to CSAF aimed at the improvement of procedures and internal management.

The OFO monitors accounts on a periodic basis and keeps the Council on Student Activity Funds, student organizations and administrative offices informed of any concerns or suggestions.

The OFO administers services which are complementary to the major functions of the Council including the Vehicle Account, Unapportioned, and the OFO Account.

The OFO assists in the preparation of the Council’s meeting by providing research and information that will assist the Council in its decision-making abilities, working with the chair of CSAF to prepare a weekly agenda.

Student Activities
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Macomb, IL 61455

E-mail: AT-Comerford@wiu.edu • Phone: 309/298-3232 • Fax: 309/298-2879

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