CITY ACCOUNTING OFFICE
The City Accounting Office is responsible for both the accounting and the pre-audit services of the local government unit and the preparation of financial statements in accordance with the International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) in pursuant to Section 474 of Republic Act 7160 also known as the Local Government Code of 1991.
VISION – MISSION
To establish and maintain a sound internal audit and accounting system with accessible and accurate financial reports to respond the need of the city for the attainment of good governance and provide fast and prompt delivery of services to clients, constituents and the general public.

CONTACT US:
City Accounting Office
2nd Floor, Talisay City Hall Building
Lawaan 2, City of Talisay, Cebu, Philippines
Landline: (032) 266-3591
Email: talisay_accounting@yahoo.com.ph
1. Pre-Audit of Payroll/s
The Office processes payrolls covering personnel services, disbursement vouchers, and MOOE (regular plantilla salaries, and other benefits; contract of service, consultant, job orders) as remuneration for services rendered.
2. Disbursement Voucher – Procurement of Goods, Infrastructure Projects, and Consultancy Services
The Office reviews and verifies disbursement vouchers covering claims on infrastructure, supplies and materials, maintenance, security, and other related services rendered by contractors and suppliers under contracts, purchase orders, and others as payment for services rendered or goods delivered.
3. Preparation of Financial Statements for the City and Barangays
The Office maintains books of accounts and financial records of the City and its 22 barangays to enable those concerned stakeholders to ascertain the assets, liabilities, government equities, income, and expenditures of the City and barangays at a given time
4. Issuance of Certification for Employees’ Mandatory Deductions/Contributions
The Office verifies and prepares certifications on employees’ mandatory deductions and contributions to GSIS, PHIC, HDMF, BIR, Cooperative and bank loans.
5. Verification of Application for Refund of Retention Fees (Guarantee/Security Deposits Payable)
The Department checks recorded suppliers’ and contractors’ retention money withheld and released by the City.
6. Verification of Liquidation Report
The Office verifies liquidation reports with the documents submitted by officials and personnel to liquidate their cash advances which will be transmitted to the Commission on Audit (COA).
7. Preparation of Accountant’s Advice for Local Check Disbursement
The Office processes accountant’s advice for local check disbursement made by the City Government.
8. Issuance of Certification as to Availability of Funds
The Office verifies and issues certification as to the availability of allotment.