BLGF-CAR commends Kalinga OPT: No major audit findings in 2025 COA review

TABUK CITY, Kalinga — The Office of the Provincial Treasurer (OPT) of Kalinga has earned recognition from the Bureau of Local Government Finance–Cordillera Administrative Region (BLGF-CAR) for its sound treasury operations after the 2025 Commission on Audit (COA) Annual Audit Report found no significant audit observations or findings related to local treasury operations.

In a letter dated August 3, 2026, addressed to Provincial Treasurer Ma. Theresa G. Basitao, BLGF-CAR Regional Director Mary Lou G. Gamboa commended the Provincial Treasury Office for its effective financial management following the COA audit, which rendered a qualified audit opinion for the Province of Kalinga.

"This Office commends the Provincial Treasury Office for its effective and compliant performance in the areas of revenue collections, maintenance of cashbooks, deposit and remittance of collections, preparation of Records of Collections and Deposits (RCDs), custody of funds, and other related treasury transactions," Gamboa stated.

She said the audit results reflect the office's commitment to good governance, fiscal discipline, and compliance with government financial regulations.

According to BLGF-CAR, the recognition highlights the Provincial Treasury Office's effective management of public funds and adherence to established financial standards, further strengthening the credibility of Kalinga's fiscal administration.

Gamboa also credited the accomplishment to the leadership of Provincial Treasurer Basitao and the dedication of the office's personnel.

"This achievement underscores the diligence, professionalism, and fiscal discipline of your office in the management of public funds and contributes to the credibility and integrity of the province's financial operations. Congratulations to you and your staff! May the same level of efficiency and compliance be consistently sustained," she wrote.

The commendation comes as the Provincial Government of Kalinga continues to strengthen fiscal governance and improve local revenue administration in support of sustainable development.

Over the past year, the Office of the Provincial Treasurer has intensified efforts to increase local revenue generation, enhance treasury operations, and strengthen coordination with municipal and city treasury offices in line with national financial management standards.

The BLGF-CAR recognition affirms the Provincial Treasury Office's commitment to transparency, accountability, and responsible stewardship of public funds, supporting the Provincial Government's goal of ensuring that public resources are managed efficiently for the benefit of every iKalinga.