Finance

The primary responsibilities of the Finance Department are preparing the district’s budget, controlling the collection and disbursement of funds, monitoring revenues and expenditures relative to the budget, risk management and insurance, providing accounting guidance to schools, and preparing financial reports.

Department staff are responsible for reporting to the Secretary-Treasurer and Assistant Secretary-Treasurer, as well as for financial analysis and reporting, accounting operations, and payroll and benefits administration for three employee groups. The department's main functions include administering payroll and related employee benefit plans, asset management, accounts payable and receivable administration, preparing annual operating budgets, and allocating resources and budgets to schools and departments. Staff continually monitor actual expenditures as compared to the budget allocations for the operating, capital and internal funds, preparing year-end audited financial statements. Additional financial administration support and training is provided to schools and departments.

Each year, the district prepares an annual budget, an amended annual budget, financial statements, and other information to project and report on its financial performance.

Guiding Principles for Nechako Lakes – Financial Resources

Resources, whether they are people, material, or technological, will be aligned to support student learning and the Board's Strategic Education Plan.
We will communicate budget information openly, present regular updates at Board meetings, and hold engagement meetings for annual budget planning.
Budget decisions will reflect the district’s strategic plan and priorities.
We will maintain operational reserves aligned with the Ministry's guidelines to support and manage unexpected expenses and risks.
Outside partnerships and initiatives will be cost-effective to the district and support staff development, student learning and operational capacity.
Collective agreements must be respected in district planning and resourcing.
We will continuously strive to use funding efficiently and prudently under the guidelines and procedures of the Ministry.
We will allocate the budget with integrity, considering equity across the district.

Audited Financial Statements

Annual Budgets

Statement of Financial Information (SOFI)

Follow this link to access the SOFI report submitted by SD91 to the Ministry of Education and Child Care.

Executive Compensation

Follow this link to access the Executive Compensation Report submitted by SD91 to the BC Public Sector Employers' Council Secretariat.

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