Accountabillity and Transparency of Village Fund Management in Gunungputri Village, Gunungputri District, Bogor Regency

Abstract

The aim of this study was to determine the degree of accountability and transparency in the management of village money in Gunung Putri Village. This study utilises a descriptive qualitative methodology. The research aims to analyse the governmental structure of Gunung Putri Village as the main unit of investigation. The data collection methods utilised included observation, interview, and documentation. The data employed in this study consist of primary data acquired directly from the village government through observations and interviews, as well as secondary data collected from literature and necessary documents. The study's findings indicate that Gunungputri Village exhibits accountability in managing village money by adhering to Permendagri Number 20 of 2018. However, the accountability report for the execution of operations has been delayed due to impediments in implementation, causing the head and subordinate head to submit the accountability report to the village head late. Gunungputri Village has exhibited transparency through the active engagement of its residents in village assemblies and the utilisation of many communication mediums such as notice boards, billboards, village websites, and social media platforms. These platforms are used to distribute information on village finances and other community activities.