Payroll Certification Update as of 11/2/2026 – Phase IV Deadlines and Outstanding Certifications

Dear Colleagues,

Please find attached this week’s Payroll Certification metrics, based on data pulled as of 11/2/2026.

Current Certification Progress

·         Phase IV (1/1/26–6/30/26): 34% complete

·         Phase III (7/1/25–12/31/25): 95% complete

·         Phase II (7/1/24–6/30/25): 97% complete

·         Phase I (7/1/23–6/30/24): 96% complete

Please see the attached report (link) for a detailed breakdown.
 

Phase IV – Important Dates

Phase IV Payroll Certification is currently underway. Please keep the following deadlines in mind:

·         October 28 – Coordinator Reviews Due: Department Coordinators should have completed their reviews and submitted certifications to the appropriate Principal Investigator (PI).

·         November 18 – PI Certifications Due: PIs should complete all assigned payroll certifications.

Please complete Coordinator reviews as soon as possible to allow PIs sufficient time to certify by November 18.
 

Prior-Period Certifications

Additional prior-period certifications have been generated to address gaps in historical payroll certification coverage. Previously completed certifications remain unchanged and do not require recertification.

Department Coordinators should review any newly generated prior-period certifications and complete them through the normal certification process.

In addition:

·         Please prioritize completing any outstanding Phase I, II, and III certifications as soon as possible.

·         Contact EMF if a certification needs to be reassigned due to a separated or retired PI.
 

Access & Training Resources

Payroll Certification can be accessed through R’Space Authorized Apps.

Training resources are available for both Department Coordinators and Principal Investigators:

·         Department Coordinator Training 

·         Principal Investigator Training 

If you have questions or need assistance, please contact emf@ucr.edu.

Thank you for your continued partnership and attention to this important process.

Sincerely,