Chris Hickerson
About Chris Hickerson
Chris Hickerson is a Senior Accountant with extensive experience in the accounting field, currently working at Churchill Downs since 2016. He has held various accounting roles at notable companies, including Payment Alliance International and Humana, and has a strong educational background with multiple degrees in business and accounting.
Work at Churchill Downs Incorporated
Chris Hickerson has been employed at Churchill Downs Incorporated as a Senior Accountant since 2016. His role involves overseeing financial reporting and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. He has contributed to the financial operations of the organization for over eight years, leveraging his extensive background in accounting and finance.
Previous Experience in Accounting
Before joining Churchill Downs, Chris Hickerson held several accounting positions. He worked at Payment Alliance International as a Staff Accountant for 11 months in 2014 and later as a Senior Accountant for 6 months in 2015. He also served as a Corporate Accounting Manager at Humana for 5 months in 2016 and as a Corporate Accounting Consultant for 6 months from 2015 to 2016. His diverse experience in these roles has equipped him with a broad understanding of corporate accounting practices.
Career Background at UPS
Chris Hickerson spent a significant portion of his early career at UPS, where he held multiple positions. He began as a Financial Analyst for 2 months in 2011, then transitioned to an Accounting Associate for 9 months in 2011. He progressed to a Senior Accounting Specialist from 2012 to 2014, and served as a Payroll Liaison for a year from 2010 to 2011. His tenure at UPS provided him with foundational skills in financial management and accounting.
Educational Background
Chris Hickerson has a solid educational foundation in business and accounting. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Louisville, completing his studies from 1993 to 1997. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration from the same university from 2007 to 2009. Additionally, he achieved a Master of Science from Bellarmine University between 2015 and 2017, enhancing his expertise in the field.