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The Finance Management Services (FMS) hosted the Exit Conference of the Commission on Audit (COA) for 2025 on April 30, 2026 at the Skyroom, Administration Building, USM, Kabacan Cotabato.
The COA exit conference is the final meeting of an audit. In this meeting, auditors present their findings, observations, and recommendations to the government agency before releasing the official report. It gives the agency a chance to explain, clarify issues, and plan how to fix any problems, helping ensure the report is fair and accurate.
In his message, Dr. Jay-r G. Vildac, the director of FMS, thanked the COA team for spending their time to conduct the audit. He acknowledged that their work plays a vital role in promoting transparency, accountability, and the effective use of public resources.
“We view this [audit] not just as a compliance requirement, but as a constructive and collaborative process aimed at continuous improvement. Rest assured that we are committed to addressing the observations raised and to working closely with your office in ensuring that appropriate actions are taken in a timely and effective manner,” Dr. Vildac spoke.
The COA Team was composed of Ms. Rosita Mustapha, the Audit Supervisor, Ms. Cabiba Mamaganding, the Audit Team Leader and audit members Ms. Ambolinag Mimbala and Ms. Claudenne Castillo, and staff. They presented their findings and observations and have provided recommendations for USM.
The COA team recognized the presence of several USM personnel at the exit conference. They noted that this was a positive thing, since those present are directly involved in the university’s operations. Hearing the discussion firsthand helps them better understand why certain requirements are set by accounting and other finance offices.
Along with Dr. Vildac from FMS were Ms. Charisse Angela Quiambao, the Supervising Administrative Officer for Finance, Ms. Shereen Villaruz, the head of the Budget Office, Ms. Winnalyn Gallo, the Accountant III of USM and staff. Also present were the four Vice Presidents of USM, and the members of the Administrative Council.
Moreover, Dr. Jonald L. Pimentel, the USM President highlighted his commitment to support good governance, financial accountability, and the proper use of public funds.
“We assure that we will comply with the suggestions provided as we believe that this is for transparency and this will result to a more efficient operation for the university,” the President explained.
He thanked the finance team of USM as well as the USM-KCC for the working hard for the audit, and the prompt responses of the units to comply the requirements of COA. He said that he looks forward for more funding for the university, and emphasized that the USM will continue to flourish and serve the community.
In the end, the President expressed special thanks to Ms. Rosita Mustapha, who had just received notice of her transfer from the State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) sector to the Local Government Units (LGUs). The President thanked her for her service as the auditor of USM.
Prior to the exit conference, the FMS welcomed the COA team on January 26, 2026 as the official commencement date of the audit engagement.
