Creating a Spend Authorization

 

Summary

Spend Authorizations are approvals for expenses in IC Finance Cloud. These authorizations must be submitted and approved prior to making any travel-related purchases or registering for online conferences. Follow the instructions in this article to complete a Spend Authorization.

The approval chain for Spend Authorizations is determined automatically and follows a supervisor hierarchy. Any Spend Authorization over $2,000.00 will be routed to the appropriate area Vice President for approval.

 

Audience

This article is intended for all faculty and staff.

 

Platform

IC Finance Cloud

 

Contents

  • Important Reminders (Please Read Before You Begin)
  • Creating a Spend Authorization

 

Important Reminders (Please Read Before You Begin):

  • A Spend Authorization is required for all travel-related and online conference expenses.
  • When travelling internationally, additional documentation will need to be attached. Please see International Travel for more information
  • Once an authorization is approved, a Spend Authorization cannot be deleted.
  • Do not underestimate expenses or a new SA will need to be submitted and approved.

 

Creating a Spend Authorization