1. Career Summary
Interaction with senior level management, audit
committee and department heads to help achieve
goals
Extensive GAAP research and implementation of new
pronouncements, formal documentation and
communication of impact to senior management
SEC Reporting for 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, 11-K and
Prospectus filings, including responses to SEC
review comments, automation and XBRL
implementation using Workiva
Significant complex transactions including merger of
equals, S-1, Spin-off of subsidiary, public debt offerings,
convertible debt, guarantor financial statements and
accelerated share repurchase
Strong analytical skills, excellent written and oral
communication skills
Internal Audit / SOX – Design and implementation of
policies and procedures
Assist with preparation of department’s annual
budgets
Managed multiple projects in a constantly changing
environment
Stock-based compensation and equity accounting Financial statement preparation and analysis
Managed general ledger close cycle, developed,
mentored and trained staff
Internal and external management reporting
Experience
Cash America International, Inc. Fort Worth, Texas 2007 to Present
Cash America, a publicly traded company, is the market leader in secured non-recourse lending, providing short-term
capital to customers in the United States.
Corporate Controller January 2015 to Present
Assistant Controller January 2014 to December 2014
Director, Financial Reporting October 2007 to December 2013
Actively participated with key business leaders in merger of equals, including providing documentation for due
diligence process, SEC filings, pro forma financial statements and acquisition entries.
Actively participated with key business leaders in three-year project to complete an initial public offering of a
wholly-owned subsidiary and ultimately completed a spin-off of such subsidiary.
Actively participated in, researched and oversaw the accounting for complex transactions, including a public debt
offering, an offering of convertible debt, an accelerated share repurchase program and a segment realignment.
Improved internal business processes by reducing monthly close process by one day through automation and
standardization, resulting in reduced costs and a 25% reduction of headcount.
Provided accounting support for business development opportunities, including acquisitions.
Researched technical accounting issues, prepared technical memos and communicated recommendations to
senior management and key department heads.
Led quarterly Disclosure Committee meetings with senior management.
Implemented multiple automated external reporting solutions which included XBRL tagging integration.
Oversaw the daily operations of the corporate accounting function, including general ledger, consolidations,
internal and external reporting, accounts payable, fixed assets, payroll and operations accounting.
Participated in the budgeting and forecasting process.
Prepared monthly internal consolidated financial statements and reporting package using Hyperion Essbase and
Hyperion Financial Report Studio.
Managed monthly, quarterly and annual close processes and annual audit process
Reviewed monthly accounting close process including analytical review of the monthly operating results to
ensure accurate accounting records are maintained.
Ann-Elaine Abell, CPA
10801 Eagle Court
Benbrook, Texas 76126
(817)480-9696
annelaineabell@gmail.com
2. Ann-Elaine Abell, CPA
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Crescent Real Estate Equities Company, Fort Worth, Texas 1999 to 2007
Crescent Real Estate, a publicly traded company, is a $4 billion real estate investment trust, primarily focused on Class A
office properties and Resort Residential Developments located across the United States.
SEC Reporting Manager / Reporting Liaison Specialist March 2007 – August 2007
November 1999 – July 2004
Internal Audit Specialist/Manager July 2004 – March 2007
SEC Analyst May 1999 to November 1999
Prepared, reviewed and filed quarterly and annual filings for two public entities
Prepared quarterly Audit Committee Package and monthly internal financial reporting package
Performed in-depth accounting research and prepared research memos to determine proper accounting
treatment for new pronouncements and assisted with implementation of new pronouncements, including SFAS
123 (R)
Managed Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, including planning, organizing, directing, and monitoring staff, as well as
hiring, training, evaluating and counseling staff and provided significant input into development of annual audit
plan
Managed audit staff of two full-time employees and up to 40 external contractors
Communicated audit results and consulting projects via written reports and oral presentations to management,
external auditors and Board of Trust Managers
Cash America International, Inc. Fort Worth, Texas 1995 to 1999
Financial Analysis and Reporting Coordinator 1997 to 1999
Property Accounting Supervisor 1996 to 1997
General Ledger Supervisor 1995 to 1996
Prepared consolidated and individual company external financial statements for foreign and domestic companies,
performed general ledger analysis and coordinated year-end audits
Assisted with Annual Reports to shareholders, 10-K and quarterly management reports
Maintained fixed asset system, CIP accounts, property tax accruals and intangible asset amortization, assisted
with implementation of fixed asset accounting system conversion, timely filed annual property tax renditions and
supervised fixed asset clerk
Prepared month-end close of general ledger, including coordination and posting of all subsystems, preparation
and review of journal entries, generated and distributed monthly financial reports
Researched and responded to financial statement questions from field management
McCaslin & Company, P.C., Fort Worth, Texas 1993 to 1994
McCaslin & Company is a public accounting firm in Fort Worth, providing tax, audit and accounting services to clients in
the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex.
Staff Accountant
Prepared individual, corporate (consolidated) partnership and fiduciary tax returns, with special emphasis on oil
and gas
Provided full service accounting for investment partnership with $40 million in assets, including preparation of
monthly financial statement and portfolio summaries
Education and Certifications
The University of Texas at Arlington Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting – December 1992
Certified Public Accountant Texas CPA License No. 070907