Assessing the Financial Management Skills among Barangay Treasurers of Tangub City

Barangay treasurers play a significant role in the financial administration of local government units, particularly in managing public funds, preparing financial reports and ensuring fiscal accountability at the community level. This study was conducted to assess the financial management skills of barangay treasurers in Tangub City, Misamis Occidental using a descriptive-comparative design. Out of fifty-five (55) barangay treasurers in the city, forty-three (43) were selected through purposive sampling to serve as respondents. An adopted research questionnaire was used to collect data and was analyzed using weighted and arithmetic mean. Based on the result, it revealed that barangay treasurers demonstrated a very effective level of financial management skills, with “Depositing” receiving the highest mean score (3.74) and “Itemized Monthly Collections and Disbursements” the lowest (3.35), yet still within the “very effective” range. These results shows no significant differences in financial management skill levels when respondents were grouped by age, education, or length of service. Barangay Treasurers in Tangub City are generally well- equipped and competent in executing their financial responsibilities. Their strong performance across key financial domains highlights their capability in ensuring effective fiscal governance. This study recommends to implement regular training programs, especially for newly appointed personnel, to address skill gaps and ensure smooth transitions.

Financial Management, Barangay Treasurers

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