
Overview
As the Director of People Advisory Services at Aprio, Valerie Saunders oversees all payroll and HR functions for our clients. Her role involves envisioning the future of payroll and executing the strategies to achieve that vision. With 18 years of experience in payroll services and optimization, Valerie brings a wealth of knowledge to her clients. Her background includes working for Paychex, Paylocity, Proliant, and Check, as well as consulting on dozens of existing payroll platforms.
Experience
Valerie works closely with clients to provide the insights and solutions they need to innovate with confidence. Her specialties include payroll, payroll implementation, process design, scaling payroll operations teams, and cross-functional collaboration. Valerie’s approach has delivered success in public and private sector payroll management for her clients and team members. Her journey in payroll has been comprehensive, starting as an account manager and advancing through various roles. She has successfully implemented payroll systems and optimized processes for numerous clients, ensuring seamless operations and compliance.
Education & Affiliations
Valerie earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics from Rutgers University and is a Certified Payroll Professional (CPP). Her professional affiliations include the PayrollOrg. Valerie supports her children’s sports and activities, including football, basketball, baseball, and piano. She has a passion for live music and attended over 20 concerts in 2024.