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28 September 2017
By eric

How Do I Read My Monthly Unrestricted Report?

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1. Total Direct Expenses > Current Estimate: The value represents the total annual budget for the given fiscal year

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20 April 2016
By eric

How to Read Sponsored Project Monthly Reports

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27 January 2016
By eric

What Expenses are Considered Reimbursable?

Travel ‐ Reimbursable Expenses

  • Baggage handling
  • Storage expenses
  • Business office expenses
  • Business‐related calls and faxes
  • Up to 3 personal calls per day of reasonable duration
  • Currency conversion fees
  • Gratuities to porters, bellhops and other service personnel
  • Internet access
  • Laundry or cleaning expenses on trips lasting over 5 days
  • ATM fees and traveler check fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Parking and tolls
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15 January 2016
By eric

How do I fill out a TBER?

The TBER form is complex, with numerous fields and tabs, but you only need to complete a few sections.

Please complete only the following sections on the TBER form:

(T&B tab)

  • Travel or Business Expenses
  • First dat of expense and travel end date
  • Employee (payee name)
  • Payee's home address
  • Payee's signature
  • Overall business purpose
  • Itemized expenses descriptions

(Avg Rate Tab) Currency Conversion Worksheet:

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