Finance & Administrative Services

The FAS Administration Subdivision is comprised of six departments:

Office of the Vice President, Finance and Administrative Services: Oversees strategic planning and management of division resources and provides a wide range of services, including maintaining University policies, procedures and guidelines, coordinating systemwide audits, overseeing Clery compliance, processing public records act requests, division communications and implementing division-wide organizational excellence initiatives like Business Process Improvement training, Campus Connect, and the Staff Center.

Accounts Payable & Travel: Accounts Payable is responsible for processing and distributing reimbursements/payments for Direct Payment and payments against invoices and purchase orders. Travel works diligently to ensure that faculty and staff follow the current California State University (CSU) Travel Policy as well as its Travel Procedures and Regulations.

Integrated Risk Management: Supports and partners with the campus community to balance responsible stewardship of the resources of California State University San Marcos with achievement of the University's mission, vision & values, and operational practicality. 

Office of Internal Audit (OIA): Conducts independent internal audits, coordinates external audits, and serves as campus contact for reporting suspected fiscal improprieties. Also offers support for managing university administrative policies.

Procurement & Contracts: Focuses on efficient, streamlined purchasing services through strategic sourcing and contracting.

Safety, Health & Sustainability: Collaborates with the campus community to provide consultation and training on occupational health and safety standards, the management of hazardous materials and sustainability practices.