Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College

Exit Conference with COA for Calendar Year 2024

Monday, May 5, 2025 Share to Friend Print a Copy

ISPSC Holds Exit Conference with Commission on Audit for Calendar Year 2024

The Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College (ISPSC) formally held its Exit Conference with the Commission on Audit (COA) on May 5, 2025, at the Sta. Maria Campus. The conference served as a platform to discuss the results of COA’s audit of ISPSC’s financial transactions and operations for Calendar Year (CY) 2024.

Key officials were present at the recent conference, led by ISPSC President Dr. Mario P. Obrero. Joining him were the Vice President for Finance and Administration, Dr. Dominador A. Ayson Jr., the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Bids and Awards Committee (BAC) Chairperson, Dr. Anna Marie D. Barroga, and the Vice President for Research, Extension, and Internationalization, Dr. Annabelle B. Francisco.

In addition, Director for Financial Services (Mrs. Glenda T. Salom); Head of Accounting Services (Mrs. Krizanne I. Lanuza); Head of Budget Services (Ms. Emma Grace Tobias); Head of HR Development Services (Mr. Michael Guarin); Head of HR, Sta. Maria Campus (Mrs. Evelyn Dollente); Head of Motor Pool Services (Mr. Eduardo J. Foronda); Director for Gender and Development (Mrs. Maribel Ibañez); Head of Procurement Services/BAC Secretariat (Ms. Jessica D. Guitba); Head of Cashiering Services (Mrs. Eden Soriano); Head of Supply Services (Mrs. Joycelyn Macabeo); Head of the Internal Audit Unit (Mr. Jayson Balbin); Campus Director of Candon Campus (Dr. Filipinas M. Gasalao); Campus Director of Sta. Maria Campus and BAC Member (Dr. Francisco N. Divina); Acting Legal Officer (Atty. Jose Cabatu); and the President of the Non-Teaching Personnel Union (Mrs. Bilmarie Jardiolin) were also present during the exit conference.

The session opened with a prayer led by Audit Team Member Ms. Josephine Mae Quiocho, followed by the introduction of the audit team by Team Leader Ms. Doris P. Singson. Dr.Ayson then introduced the College’s key officers and personnel in attendance.

The opening message was delivered by Ms. Janette G. Yago, Officer-in-Charge Supervising Auditor, who emphasized the significance of transparency, accountability, and partnership in public financial management.

The COA audit team presented the Audit Observation Memoranda (AOMs) issued to ISPSC management, highlighting significant observations and findings related to the College’s financial management. The discussion aimed to elicit management’s responses, justifications, and action plans regarding the issues raised.

A key part of the conference was the presentation of the Summary of Audit Observations and Recommendations (SAOR) for the CY 2024 audit, conducted by Ms. Singson and Ms. Quiocho. The session also included an in-depth discussion of the noted observations and was followed by the presentation of the Status of Implementation of Prior Year’s Audit Recommendations (SIPYAR) by Ms. Quiocho, ensuring continuity and improvement in governance and accountability practices.

Dr. Obrero delivered a message affirming the College’s commitment to good governance and continuous improvement in compliance with financial regulations. He expressed appreciation for COA’s guidance and acknowledged the collaborative efforts of ISPSC’s management team and staff.

In her closing message, Ms. Singson, Audit Team Leader, commended the institution’s cooperation and encouraged continued efforts in addressing audit findings for better fiscal administration.

The collaborative session reaffirmed ISPSC’s commitment to transparency, sound fiscal management, and adherence to government auditing standards.

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