FAQs
Common Expense Code questions
Tipping - use the code it's associated with. If you're at the airport, use Airfare (704000). If you're at the hotel, use Lodging (704001).
Boat Trip - use Transportation Services (703314) if its a means of transportation. Use 704500 if it's a Conference or Event.
Meals (non-travel) - use Food/Meals - Local (700005). Example: taking your department to lunch.
Credit card fees - use 730000 Bank Fees.
How do I log-in to Banner Self Service?
Banner Self Service is accessed through Macalester's portal, 1600grand. http://1600grand.macalester.edu
1600grand is also accessible from Macalester's home page: http://www.macalester.edu/
1600grand connects its users to the online resources they use most from one convenient location. All of the main online services are "under one roof," including Banner.
Once you log-in to 1600grand, choose the Business Services tab. 'Finance Self Service' is in the top left section. From there, you have several choices.
How will I know my log-in?
You no longer need a separate log-in for Banner. Your 1600grand log-in encompasses Banner.
How will I know my FOAPAL?
Accounting will train on this during Banner training sessions.
When are Banner training sessions?
Training is currently scheduled on an as-needed basis at a mutually convenient time. It can be held in your office or in the training lab 302 Humanities. Contact Tracy Arndt (arndt@macalester.edu, x6567) to sign up.
What if I attended training but can't remember how to do something?
You can call/email Tracy Arndt (arndt@macalester.edu, x6567) with questions. A refresher session is also an option - just contact Tracy to schedule a time.
What if I have a question about which account code to use?
Click on the "Expense Code DESCRIPTIONS" link on the left side of this page. If you don't find/understand what you need, call or email Tracy Arndt (arndt@macalester.edu, x6567).
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