This site is your one-stop resource for everything you need to manage finance processes at the Open University Student Union. Whether you’re new or returning, you’ll find practical, step-by-step support right here.
Meet the Finance team
- Taina Nicolicin – Director of People and Finance
- Angus Fok – Management Accountant
- Paul Holmes – Finance Officer
- Tazneem Gardner – Resources Officer
What can you do here?
- Find guides: Access clear instructions for logging into our systems, making advance requests, and submitting expense claims.
- Access support: Quickly get answers with simple guides, screenshots, and key reminders.
- Contact us: Easily reach the Finance Support team or leave feedback to help us improve.
Who is this hub for?
How to use the hub
- Select a section from the menu for the process you need.
- Each topic page will give you clear, easy-to-follow instructions.
- Look for contact details if you need extra help.
Stay updated
We regularly update this hub with new resources and improvements. Please check back often for the latest guides and information.
Thank you for your commitment as a volunteer and for helping us make finance easy and transparent for everyone!
Best wishes,
The Finance team
Moss system link
To be able to access the Moss expense management platform, you will first need to log in to Moss (using the link below).
Log in to Moss
Moss user onboarding form
You will then need to complete the Moss user onboarding form using the link below. The Finance team will then set up a new account for you.
User guides
You can use the below guides to access the relevant Moss systems. Before accessing these systems, you should ensure you have the relevant credentials to access them.
How to log in to Moss
How to make an advance request (Project card in Moss)
How to submit an expense claim (reimbursement in Moss)
Open SU Expense Claims Policy
Budget codes (you will need these when making claims)
- 5504: Volunteer Accommodation
- 5506: Volunteer Subsistence
- 5507: Volunteer Travel
Departments (you will need these when making claims)
- Programmes
- SLT (Student Leadership Team) and Student Voice
- SLT Claims
- Deputy President
- Student Representatives
- People Services
- Trustee claims
- Training
- Conferences
- EDI & Belonging
Support Contacts
Volunteering Support
If you have general questions surrounding finance and volunteering, please use the contact email address below.
oustudents-belonging@open.ac.uk
One Company Support
If you require assistance with using the Moss platform, or have any questions on how to use the platform, please use the contact email below.
support@onecompany.one
Moss Support
If you have any issues with using a Moss card or have general support issues with the Moss platform, please use the contact email below.
support@getmoss.com