As of  May 1, 2026, Algoma University will take an important step forward in modernizing our financial systems with the introduction of Ellucian Colleague Finance, alongside new capabilities in Emburse.

As part of this transition, the Beanworks procure-to-pay system has been retired.


This transition will enhance how we manage purchasing, invoicing, budgetary control and financial reporting across the University, with additional improvements to follow.


Self-Service Colleague Finance

  • Submit Purchase Requisitions (PRs)

  • Purchase Order (PO) creation and processing

  • NEW: Receiving of goods and services

Emburse

  • Vendor invoice approvals 


Colleague Self-Service Training Resources (Launch 2026-05-11)


Colleague Self-Service Link:

algomau-ss.colleague.elluciancloud.ca


Available Resources:

• Log In to Colleague Self-Service Video
• Creating a Purchase Requisition (PR) Video
• Receiving Goods & Services Video


• Training Slide Deck (attached) - Colleague Self-Service for Financial Management.pdf


Please note that department-specific G/L allocation lists and account access information will be shared directly with each department separately.

Additional quick guides, videos, and support resources will continue to roll out over the coming weeks as functionality expands.

Thanks everyone for your patience, feedback, and engagement as we transition into the new system together.


If you have questions or require assistance please submit a question via the Employee Requests Portal. For any urgent Finance related requests or matters, kindly channel them through your Senior Leadership Team member.