Valerie Thieme

Valerie Thieme has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Valerie currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer at the United Way of Kaw Valley since October 2022. Prior to that, they held the same position at the United Way of Greater Topeka from June 2018. Alongside their CFO role, Valerie also worked as an Accounting Manager at the United Way of Greater Topeka starting in June 2013. In this role, they were responsible for overseeing financial reporting, payroll functions, HR duties, and financial reporting for state grants.

Before joining the United Way organizations, Valerie worked as a Tax Preparer at H&R Block from January 2013 to May 2013. Valerie also served as an Accounting Supervisor at Express Employment Professionals from October 2011 to December 2012. Valerie's earlier experience includes working as a Tax Reporting & Compliance Administrator at National Advisors Trust from January 2008 to October 2011, and as an AP/GL Accounting Specialist at Phoenix Physicians from 2004 to 2007.

Valerie Thieme obtained their Bachelor's degree in Religion/Religious Studies from Duke University, where they studied from 1987 to 1991. Later, in 2005, they pursued a Master's degree in Accounting from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, completing their studies in 2006. Alongside their academic achievements, Valerie Thieme also holds a certification as a Certified Public Accountant, which they obtained in July 2017 from the Kansas Board of Accountancy.