Jessica Criss, Cpa, M Acc
About Jessica Criss, Cpa, M Acc
Jessica Criss is a CPA and Director of Tax Accounting and Reporting at American Electric Power, where she has worked since 2024. She has extensive experience in tax analysis and compliance, having held various roles at L Brands, BCG & Company, and Sikich.
Current Role at American Electric Power
Jessica Criss serves as the Director of Tax Accounting and Reporting at American Electric Power, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she is responsible for calculating the tax impact of ongoing operations and providing analyses of tax-specific items. She also oversees compliance reporting to Federal and State jurisdictions. Her expertise includes identifying and quantifying the impact of investments in renewable energy, which aligns with the company's focus on sustainable practices.
Previous Experience in Tax Accounting
Jessica Criss has extensive experience in tax accounting prior to her current role. She worked at L Brands as a Senior Tax Analyst for nine months in 2019 and as a Tax Analyst for three years from 2016 to 2019. Additionally, she held positions at American Electric Power, including Tax Manager - Regulatory from 2021 to 2023 and Tax Principal from 2020 to 2021. Her earlier experience includes a role as a Tax Associate at BCG & Company from 2014 to 2015.
Educational Background
Jessica Criss earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Saint Louis University, completing her studies from 2009 to 2013. She furthered her education at the same institution, obtaining a Master's degree in Accounting in 2013. This educational foundation has equipped her with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in her tax accounting career.
Expertise in Tax Legislation and Compliance
Jessica Criss possesses expertise in analyzing the impact of legislation and tax reform. She provides services for compliance reporting and serves as a witness and tax subject matter expert on regulatory case filings with various jurisdictions. Her analytical skills enable her to assess the implications of tax-related changes on business operations.
Professional Development and Previous Roles
Before her tenure at American Electric Power, Jessica Criss worked at Sikich as a Senior Tax Accountant for six months in 2016. She also held a position as a Senior Tax Associate at BCG & Company for four months in 2016. These roles contributed to her professional development and provided her with a diverse range of experiences in the field of tax accounting.