Valerie R. Ellis, CPA, CGMA

Valerie is a partner in the Charleston office with over 30 years of professional experience in a wide variety of areas. Valerie has directed audits of many closely-held businesses, employee benefit plans, energy industries, and nonprofit organizations. She has consulted with clients on matters ranging from regulatory compliance to operational issues and internal control. Her clients include professional firms, retailers, wholesalers, contractors, colleges and universities, foundations, religious organizations, and energy industries.

Industry Expertise

Employee Benefit Plans
Healthcare
Higher Education
K-12 Education
Manufacturing
Not-For-Profit

Focus Areas

Assurance

Education, Certifications & Memberships

Bachelors of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting--Marshall University

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA)

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)

Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants (VSCPA)

Marshall University Division of Accountancy and Legal Environment Advisory Board
Rotary Club of Charleston, past treasurer

Awards & Accomplishments

AICPA 2012 Woman to Watch Experienced Leader by the West Virginia Society of CPAs

Hobbies & Interests

Creative cooking
Getting away to the beach and the mountains
Reading, especially mystery and suspense
Early morning walks with my Australian Terriers, Zeke and Ted