Municipal Accounting Office

Promoting financial accountability, transparency, and responsible public service.

"The Municipal Accounting Office is committed to transparent financial reporting, sound internal control, and reliable accounting services. Through accurate records management and proper review of financial transactions, the office supports responsible decision-making, efficient disbursement processing, and accountability in local governance."

-Municipal Accounting Office

Municipal Accounting Office

[Name of Municipal Accountant]

Municipal Accountant

The Municipal Accountant leads the office in ensuring that financial transactions, reports, records, and supporting documents are properly reviewed, recorded, and maintained in accordance with government accounting and auditing rules.

Through its accounting and internal control functions, the Municipal Accounting Office helps safeguard public resources, support informed financial decisions, and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulations.

Mandate

The Municipal Accounting Office is mandated to take charge of both the accounting and internal audit services of the LGU. It establishes and maintains internal control systems to ensure that resources are used legally and efficiently and are safeguarded against loss, wastage, and misuse. It prepares and submits accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to the Municipal Mayor, the Sanggunian, the Commission on Audit, and other concerned agencies. It also reviews supporting documents before voucher preparation, prepares journals and analyses of obligations, monitors cash advances and liquidation, keeps simplified financial records for barangays, coordinates property, plant, and equipment records with concerned offices, and performs other duties required by law or ordinance.

Vision

A transparent, reliable, and service-oriented accounting office that promotes financial accountability, accurate reporting, effective internal control, and responsible management of public resources for the benefit of New Corella.

Mission

To provide accurate, timely, and compliant accounting services; strengthen internal control and financial records management; support efficient disbursement and obligation processing; and uphold transparency, accountability, and integrity in the financial operations of the local government.

Organizational Outcome

The Municipal Accounting Office aims to achieve financial accountability and transparency, timely and reliable financial information, compliance with accounting standards and regulations, informed decision-making by LGU officials, efficient disbursement and obligation processing, systematic and updated records management, and effective support to barangays.

Office Department

Offices Section

National Agencies

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Cash Advance Monitoring

Prepares statements of cash advances, monitors liquidation, and handles related reimbursements and remittances.

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Core Functions

Prepares and submits monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports to concerned officials and agencies.Establishes and maintains systems that safeguard public funds and resources against loss, wastage, misuse, and other forms of improper utilization.Reviews supporting documents prior to voucher preparation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable requirements.Prepares journal entries, analyzes obligations, records disbursements in subsidiary ledgers, and maintains payroll and deduction records.