Davao de Oro State College welcomed state auditors from the Commission on Audit Regional Office XI for an Exit Conference on March 6, 2025, at the DDOSC Board Room, Compostela, Davao de Oro.

The conference focused on the results of the audit conducted for the Calendar Year 2024, during which key DDOSC officials, led by Chief for Administration and Finance Kim F. Baloca, CPA, engaged in discussions with the COA delegation regarding audit observations and recommendations.

Meanwhile, the COA-RO XI team, headed by Supervising Auditor Arleen S. Betonio, included State Auditor III Karen H. Navarez (OIC-Audit Team Leader), State Auditor II Allan Fritz R. Mesiona, and State Auditing Examiner II Junelle A. Talibutab.

During the conference, DDOSC reaffirmed its commitment to expeditiously address the COA team’s recommendations, emphasizing its dedication to transparency, accountability, and good governance in all its operations.

In his remarks, Chief Baloca expressed gratitude to the COA team for their diligent review and valuable feedback, which he stressed will further enhance the institution’s efficiency.

The conference was also attended by other key DDOSC officials, including Accounting Unit Head Rotchil G. Piastro, CPA; Budget Unit Head Aimee Lyn Torreon; Administrative Services Division Director Janice C. Hermosilla; Production Services Division Director Dr. Jennifer T. Pelegrino; Supply Property Management Unit Head Renato L. Ego-ogan; College Cashier Liezel P. Tagra; and Administrative Officer V Ernan S. Leal.

This Exit Conference underscored the importance of collaboration between DDOSC and COA in ensuring compliance with financial regulations and improving institutional efficiency.