Peter Eckert
About Peter Eckert
Peter Eckert serves as the Acting VP Finance & Corporate Services at First Nations Health Authority, where he has worked since 2013. He specializes in developing financial models, managing business processes, and providing strategic analysis to support executive decision-making.
Work at First Nations Health Authority
Peter Eckert has served as the Acting VP Finance & Corporate Services at the First Nations Health Authority since 2013. In this role, he leads the development of complex financial models that support executive management decision-making and strategy. He is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and documentation of business processes that ensure effective management of financial systems and controls. Eckert also directs the development and enhancement of budgeting, forecasting, and analysis processes for both annual and multi-year operating and capital budgets.
Education and Expertise
Eckert holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree in Finance from The University of British Columbia, which he completed from 1984 to 1989. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in financial management and analysis. He has developed significant skills in strategic analysis, budgeting, and financial modeling, which he applies in his current role to support organizational goals and performance monitoring.
Background
Before joining the First Nations Health Authority, Peter Eckert worked at Health Canada as Manager Comptrollership from 2008 to 2013. His experience in this role contributed to his understanding of financial governance and compliance, which he has since applied in his current position. Eckert joined the First Nations Health Authority as the director of financial planning and analysis, where he began to shape the financial strategies of the organization.
Achievements
At the First Nations Health Authority, Peter Eckert developed and implemented a post-payment review function designed to ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures. He provides strategic analysis and recommendations to the Chief Financial Officer and the Senior Executive Team, contributing to informed decision-making at the executive level. Additionally, he leads the monitoring and assessment of performance relative to key performance indicators, ensuring that operational targets are met.