First Nations and Indigenous Accountant

First Nations CPAs & Business Advisors

Over the years, Manning Elliott has dedicated considerable resources to training our team of First Nations CPAs and business advisors. Our team of CPAs are regarded as experts in the accounting and tax needs of First Nations and Indigenous organizations. 

We’re here to help with everything!

First Nations councils are guaranteed a personal relationship with our CPAs, particularly senior members of our accounting team. This is one of the many ways Manning Elliott ensures your accounting needs get quality attention. We’re here to help you through tax processes, all the while helping you to build strong control systems for your First Nation government if needed.

We’re here to advise and aid:

• First Nation business owners; original entrepreneurs and band-owned businesses

• Decision-makers in First Nation communities and organizations

• Non-Indigenous businesses partnering with Indigenous partners

Audits, Consultation & Due Diligence

Manning Elliott CPAs not only issue audits but also look at a business’ internal control systems to ensure that the financial reporting is done appropriately and the funds are adequately accounted for.

First Nations band-owned businesses do not pay taxes if the businesses are located on reserve. Manning Elliott’s skilled CPAs help with your business structure to ensure that your tax-free status is maintained. We help the chief and council design proper governance structures and financial systems, making sure the First Nation is operating as best as it can. We review your contracts and leases to make sure you’re in a profitable space and have good business relationships. 

Manning Elliott CPAs work with the Chief and council closely. We also provide due diligence services, including being a sounding board for the First Nation’s business board itself. We advise First Nation business owners on general business plans and buy and sell decisions. Our team of accounting specialists can help with financing needs by using our contacts to help Indigenous owners further grow their business.

Non-Indigenous Partners

For non-Indigenous businesses partnering with Indigenous businesses, Manning Elliott CPAs can help navigate the partner’s governance structures. We can also help you structure your business’ affairs to take advantage of any tax exemptions applicable through your partnership with a First Nation business. 

Did you know we also offer professional services to most industries including the Real Estate industry?

Sto:lo Finance Officers Association

Our group of accounting professionals are one of the founding Partners with Sto:lo Nation, of the Sto:lo Finance Officers Association (SFOA). This is an association that is deeply important to Manning Elliott. 

The mandate of SFOA is to provide meaningful, impactful and timely presentations on topics relevant to the local Indigenous communities. SFOA also seeks to facilitate open dialogue between Indigenous communities on areas of concern amongst its finance professionals and leaders.

Contact us if you have any questions about accounting for First Nations.