Finance Services

The AIU's Finance Division provides services to school districts, and budget control for 130 internal programs.  The division processes payroll, accounts payable, benefits, investments, insurance and financial reports, among other services.  For more information on how intermediate units help districts save money, read the PSBA Bulletin article "Cost Savings Through IU Shared Services".

ACCESS Program    

The AIU's Finance Division assists districts with the management of the local ACCESS program. ACCESS is funded through Medicaid.

Data Collection and Reporting System for Special Education  

The AIU is designated by the Pennsylvania Department of Education to collect special education data needed to meet state and federal reporting requirements.  An aggregate report of the data is used to generate 45 required reports.  This is a free service for suburban Allegheny County school districts and charter schools.

Group Term Life Insurance Consortium   

The Group Term Life Insurance Consortium enables school districts to save money through large-scale purchasing of term life insurance.  Free membership is available to all Allegheny County public school districts and vo-tech schools.

IDEA and ARRA Pass-Thru Funds  

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a federal law that governs how states and public agencies provide early intervention, special education, and related services to children with disabilities. IDEA Part B provides funding to school districts and other agencies in an effort to supplement and/or increase the level of special education and related services.

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) is an economic stimulus package enacted by the 111th United States Congress. The ARRA includes increases in domestic spending in education, health care, and infrastructure, including the energy sector.  As part of the nation's economic recovery strategy, this stimulus bill includes at least $2.6 billion for Pennsylvania's schools.

Joint Purchasing Program  

The Joint Purchasing Program allows school districts to purchase energy, materials and supplies at lower prices, and eliminates the extra costs of a bid procedure.  This program saves districts more than $7 million each year.

Safety and Risk Management   

The AIU's Risk Management Team provides safety plans which include the identification, measurement, and treatment of exposure to accidental and potential losses.  Phone consultation is available at no charge.