Valerie specializes in audit, accounting and advisory services for governmental entities, including local municipalities, county governments, school districts, public libraries, and joint insurance funds. She leads financial statement audits and Single Audits in accordance with the Single Audit Act and applicable federal and state requirements, and regularly assists clients with financial and budget planning. Valerie serves as the Partner Leader for the firm’s School Board Practice, overseeing audit and advisory services for boards of education clients.
Valerie is a trusted resource to public sector finance professionals and governing bodies. She is a frequent presenter on audit and compliance topics, including Preparing for Your Audit, for school business administrators, tax collectors, and certified municipal finance officers. Valerie also serves as a co-host of the firm’s annual School Business Administrators Seminar where she helps clients understand and prepare for their annual audit.
Areas of Focus:
- Government entity audits and advisory services
- Single Audits and compliance reporting
- Municipal, county, and school district financial reporting
- Budget development and financial planning
- Joint insurance funds and public libraries
Education & Licensure:
- B.S. in Financial Accounting, University of Scranton
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License: New Jersey
- Registered Municipal Accountant (RMA) License: New Jersey
- Public School Accountant (PSA) License: New Jersey
- New Jersey Certified Municipal Finance Officer (CMFO)
Professional Memberships & Affiliations:
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJCPA)
- Registered Municipal Accountants Association of New Jersey
- Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA)
- Sussex, Morris, and Somerset County School Business Officials Associations
- Morris County League of Municipalities
- Roxbury Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Board Member, Treasurer since 2015
Community & Professional Recognition:
- Panelist, NJBIA Women Business Leaders Forum, “How Coaching and Mentoring Can Benefit You and Your Organization”.
- Awarded “Business Person of the Year” from Roxbury Chamber of Commerce
Valerie celebrates her 32nd year of service with our firm in 2026.
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