Finance Department

The Finance Department is responsible for the financial health and integrity of Skwlāx te Secwepemcúl̓ecw. The team maintains financial records, meets reporting requirements, and upholds the policies and procedures that protect the assets of the Nation, now and for future generations.

Finance provides accounting services across the Nation’s administration, Territorial Resource Stewardship, and business development, including Quaaout Lodge and Spa at Talking Rock Resort and the Chevron Gas Station. The department is also responsible for collecting lease and taxation revenues.

As the Nation grows, so does the scope of Finance. Expanding services to members, new capital projects, and increased business activity all require a Finance Department that can maintain rigorous financial integrity at every stage.

Our Services

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Accounting Services

The Finance team provides full accounting services to Nation administration, TRS, and business development operations. This includes day-to-day bookkeeping, financial reporting, and maintaining accurate records across all departments.

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Planning and Budgeting

Sound planning and budgeting ensures the Nation manages its cash flow efficiently and positions itself for long-term stability. The Finance team supports leadership in accessing funding, initiating projects, and building reserves for the future.

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Governance

Finance maintains the policies and procedures that govern how the Nation’s assets are managed and protected. Strong financial governance is foundational to the trust the community places in its leadership.

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Advisory Services

The Finance team provides advisory support directly to leadership and to specific projects, including participation on steering committees. This ensures financial considerations are built into decisions at every level.

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Risk Management and Insurance

The department manages the Nation’s risk exposure and insurance coverage, working to protect community assets and ensure the organization is appropriately covered across its operations.

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Information Management

Finance oversees the systems and processes used to manage financial data, ensuring information is accurate, secure, and accessible to those who need it.

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Capital Asset Management

The team tracks and manages the Nation’s capital assets, ensuring they are properly recorded, maintained, and accounted for over their useful life.

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Wealth Management

Finance supports the Nation in growing and protecting its financial reserves, with a focus on long-term prosperity for current and future members.

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Member Services

The Finance department provides financial services directly to Nation members, including band member trusts and other member-specific programs.

Finance Team

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Kelly Ballard

Chief Financial Officer
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Brian Finlay

Financial Analyst
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Chrissy Bell

Financial Analyst
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Danielle Jenkins

Payroll Administrator
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Whitney Jim

Accounts Payable
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Dana Palmer

Accounts Payable
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Tracy Lutz

Accounts Receivable