Budget and Planning
The Office of Budget and Planning serves as the steward of resources and trusted advisor for units across Northwestern to support decision-making and enable strategy.
Business and Finance
Leveraging Northwestern's financial capacity in alignment with programmatic and strategic initiatives
About the Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Amanda Distel is Northwestern's Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
Reporting Units
The areas reporting to the Vice President and Chief Financial Officer represent a committed group of staff who serve the University in a variety of areas.
Controller
The Office of the Controller is responsible for managing the general accounting and treasury operations of the University.
Human Resources
Through hiring, compensation and retention, the Office of Human Resources promotes an innovative and inclusive workplace where individuals thrive and collaborate.
Procurement and Payment Services
The Office of Procurement and Payment Services is considered the procurement expert at Northwestern, setting the overall strategy regarding how purchases and payments should be made.
Research Financial Operations
The Office of Accounting Services for Research and Sponsored Programs (ASRSP) helps university researchers with financial reporting, invoicing, collecting revenue, coordinating audits, and processing transactions for sponsored projects.
Student Finance
Student Finance helps students navigate questions concerning student accounts, billing and payments, financial aid and student loans. It is the hub of student financial information and transactions.