People and Culture

Q3 Quarter Close Reminders

Publication Date - February 17, 2026

As we complete the third quarter of FY26, your timely reporting is essential for an accurate and efficient financial close. As employees and representatives of Bethel University, we share a fiduciary responsibility to steward our resources well.

Our shift to a 7-day close reflects a deliberate move toward greater order and intentional rhythm - echoing the biblical creation narrative in which God brings structure and purpose out of tohu va-bohu, the formless and void. In that same spirit, this refined process helps us bring clarity, consistency, and alignment to our financial practices.

To support this, please complete the following no later than seven days after quarter end — March 7th for Q3:

Credit Card Reports – Submit and approve all Q3 credit card reports in Emburse
Expense Reimbursements – Enter all Q3 reimbursement requests in Emburse

- Expense Adjustments – Submit Q3 adjustments using the Expense Adjustment Request form

RFPs and Invoices – Send all Q3 RFPs and related invoices to accounts-payable@bethel.edu

Please ensure all items are submitted to the Business Office by March 7th. If you have any questions or need clarification, contact accounting-services@bethel.edu.

Thank you for your partnership as we work together to bring order, clarity, and faithful stewardship to Bethel’s financial records.

Michael Johnson, University Controller