The First Nations Health and Social Secretariat of Manitoba’a (FNHSSM) Finance Team is the foundation of financial stewardship, ensuring the seamless operation of financial transactions essential for the organization's growth and sustainability. With a commitment to efficiency, they have implemented direct deposit transactions, enabling payees to receive payments promptly, a particularly invaluable asset as FNHSSM's programs expanded over recent years. Amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the need for a hybrid work model, the Finance Team has been instrumental in providing support across all departments, implementing robust financial controls, and modernizing processes. This proactive approach has not only enhanced the organization's resilience but has also fostered greater transparency and accountability in financial management.

Led by the Director of Finance, the team continuously reviews and refines policies and procedures to ensure alignment with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), setting the standard for financial excellence within FNHSSM. In their dedication to knowledge sharing and capacity building, Finance has initiated the creation of a comprehensive outline to expedite the onboarding process for new staff, facilitating their understanding of financial processes and forms used within FNHSSM. Furthermore, the Finance Officer and Finance Assistant play pivotal roles in budget forecasting, month-end and year-end reporting, ensuring financial stability and adherence to regulatory requirements. FNHSSM's Finance team truly displays its commitment to accountability, adaptability and optimization in financial administration. Through successful execution and administration of funding agreements with various funders, FNHSSM demonstrates its capability to manage diverse financial landscapes, ensuring sustained support for the vital work it does in partnership with First Nations and partners in Health.