Kristen Heller
About Kristen Heller
Kristen Heller is an Internal Audit Manager at American Electric Power, where she has worked since 2016. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from the University of Mount Union and a Master of Science in Accountancy from the University of Notre Dame.
Work at American Electric Power
Kristen Heller has served as the Internal Audit Manager at American Electric Power since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the internal audit processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and assessing the effectiveness of internal controls. Her position involves collaborating with various departments to identify risks and improve operational efficiencies. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Heller contributes to the company's commitment to maintaining high standards of governance and accountability.
Education and Expertise
Kristen Heller earned her Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from the University of Mount Union, completing her studies from 2003 to 2007. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science in Accountancy from the University of Notre Dame, where she studied from 2007 to 2008. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in accounting principles, which supports her professional roles in auditing and financial reporting.
Background in Financial Reporting and Auditing
Before her current role, Kristen Heller gained extensive experience in the field of auditing and financial reporting. She worked as a Senior Auditor at Ernst & Young from 2007 to 2009, where she conducted audits for various clients. Following this, she held the position of Financial Reporting Accountant at The Limited for one year in 2010. Heller also worked as a Senior Internal Auditor at Worthington Industries from 2011 to 2016, where she focused on internal controls and compliance.
Professional Experience Timeline
Kristen Heller's professional journey includes several key positions in the field of accounting and auditing. After completing her undergraduate degree in 2007, she joined Ernst & Young as a Senior Auditor. She transitioned to The Limited in 2010 as a Financial Reporting Accountant for one year. Heller then worked at Worthington Industries as a Senior Internal Auditor from 2011 to 2016 before joining American Electric Power, where she has been the Internal Audit Manager since 2016.