Natalie Crawford
Little Rock
Summary
Finance professional with history of providing critical financial insights and supporting strategic initiatives. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and delivering reliable results in dynamic environments. Skilled in financial modeling and data analysis, with reputation for adaptability and reliability.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Financial Analyst
Verizon
11.1989 - 12.2025
- Led financial forecasting initiatives to enhance budgeting accuracy and strategic decision-making
- Managed the annual budgeting process by coordinating inputs from various departments and analyzing departmental spending patterns
- Collaborated with accounting team during month-end close process to ensure accuracy of financial statements and resolve any discrepancies identified
- Supported mergers & acquisitions activities by performing due diligence reviews on target companies' financials and assessing potential risks/opportunities
- Assisted in the preparation of annual financial statements including income statement balance sheet and cash flow statement
- Supported internal audit activities by reviewing financial processes, identifying control weaknesses, and recommending improvements
- Prepared ad-hoc financial analyses requested by senior management to support strategic initiatives or decision-making processes
- Led the month-end close process, including reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation
- Prepared annual budgets and forecasts, analyzing variances to identify areas for cost savings
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve overall financial performance
- Managed accounts payable function, overseeing accurate processing of invoices and timely payments to vendors
- Coordinated external audits by providing necessary documentation and addressing audit inquiries
- Provided guidance to junior accountants on complex accounting transactions and technical issues
- Conducted regular inventory reconciliations to ensure accuracy of reported values
- Assisted in the preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Maintained fixed asset register, recording acquisitions/disposals accurately
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations ensuring accuracy of recorded transactions
- Served as a liaison between finance department and external auditors during year-end audit procedures
- Investigated and resolved discrepancies in financial records, ensuring accuracy of reported financial results
- Assisted in the implementation of new accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
- Conducted regular internal audits to identify control weaknesses or potential risks
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on special projects such as mergers/acquisitions or system implementations
- Mentored junior accountants, providing guidance on technical accounting issues and career development opportunities
- Audited expense reports to ensure compliance with company policies and guidelines
- Performed variance analysis between actual results and budget/forecast figures, identifying areas of concern or improvement
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little RockSkills
- Account reconciliation
- Annual budgets
- Variance analysis
- Bookkeeping
- Capital budgeting
- Microsoft Excel
- Flexible team player
- MS office suite
- PeopleSoft expert
- Strong organization
- Excellent attention to detail
- General ledger accounting
Timeline
Senior Financial Analyst
Verizon
11.1989 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science -
University of Arkansas At Little Rock