Crystal Newberry
Loveland,CO
Summary
Senior accountant with over 15 years of experience specializing in accounts receivable, financial reporting, and sales tax compliance. Expertise in managing fixed assets, including capitalization, depreciation, and asset tracking, ensuring compliance with GAAP. Skilled in streamlining operations across retail pharmacy, cafeteria, gift shop, and clinical research environments, with a strong focus on month-end close processes, journal entries, and account reconciliations. Proficient in advanced Excel and ERP software solutions such as Lawson, Cloudsuite, Client Server, and Great Plains. Known for improving operational efficiency, meeting tight deadlines.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
University of Colorado Health
Fort Collins, CO
04.2010 - Current
- Oversee month-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and preparation of financial statements.
- Prepare monthly financial reports and streamline financial processes for departments such as retail pharmacy, cafeteria, gift shop, and clinical research, ensuring accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Manage fixed assets, including capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and maintaining capital expenditure records in line with GAAP.
- Reconcile bank statements to the general ledger monthly and resolve discrepancies in balance sheets and income statements.
- Utilize Excel tools (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, SUMIF) and enterprise accounting software (Lawson, Cloudsuite, Client Server, Great Plains) to support reporting and analysis.
- Mentor junior accountants by providing technical guidance and support on accounting principles and systems.
- Drive process improvements to increase workflow efficiency and improve reporting accuracy.
Staff Accountant
Heart Center of the Rockies
Loveland, CO
04.2009 - 05.2010
- Initially hired as Deposit Clerk, responsible for processing all incoming receivables, preparing bank deposits, and assisting with accounts payable.
- Promoted to Staff Accountant within 90 days in recognition of strong performance and accounting aptitude.
- As Staff Accountant, prepared monthly journal entries for multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Reconciled various balance sheet accounts on a regular basis to maintain financial integrity.
- Prepared and filed sales and use tax returns, ensuring timely and accurate compliance with regulations.
Staff Auditor
Anderson & Whitney PC
Greeley, CO
10.2001 - 03.2002
- Temporarily contracted through Accountemps to perform audit procedures, including balance sheet and income statement audits, audit documentation preparation, and financial data evaluation.
- Conducted audits of balance sheets and income statements for local clients to ensure compliance with accounting standards.
- Assisted in the preparation of audit documentation and financial statements under the supervision of senior auditors.
- Evaluated financial data to identify discrepancies and supported recommendations for corrective actions.
Staff Accountant/Auditor
Knight, Vale & Gregory PLLC
Tacoma, WA
05.1999 - 06.2001
- Executed financial compilations, reviews, and audits for diverse clients, including preparation of financial statements and management letters.
- Ensured compliance with accounting principles and tax regulations during client financial reporting.
- Facilitated accurate financial reporting by assisting clients in understanding regulatory requirements.
- Provided comprehensive oversight of financial statement preparation and management letter drafting for various clients.
Disbursing Clerk
United States Navy
Bremerton, WA
08.1992 - 08.1996
- Prepared daily and monthly financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Settled claims for travel and per diem payments efficiently.
- Maintained comprehensive financial documentation to support transparency.
- Assisted military accounting operations to enhance operational effectiveness.
Staff Accountant
University of Colorado Health
Fort Collins, CO
04.2010 - 2015
- Managed sales tax returns across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and timely filings in compliance with regulations.
- Oversaw accounts receivable processes, including invoicing, collections, and tracking customer balances to maintain cash flow.
- Supported senior accountants by compiling financial data and assisting with account reconciliations.
- Responded to internal inquiries and coordinated with other departments to resolve accounting-related issues.
- Assisted with preparation of audit schedules and provided documentation for internal and external audits.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
University of Washington
Tacoma, WA01.1999
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Olympic College
Bremerton, WA01.1997
Skills
- General ledger accounting
- Sales tax compliance
- Variance analysis and reporting
- Month-end close processes
- Accounts receivable and payable
- Point of sale systems
- Fixed asset management
- Bank reconciliation
- Advanced Excel skills
- Accounting software proficiency
- Process improvement initiatives
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Audit compliance
- Tax compliance and returns
Awards
Two Navy Achievement Medals for outstanding performance and leadership.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Accountant
University of Colorado Health
04.2010 - Current
Staff Accountant
University of Colorado Health
04.2010 - 2015
Staff Accountant
Heart Center of the Rockies
04.2009 - 05.2010
Staff Auditor
Anderson & Whitney PC
10.2001 - 03.2002
Staff Accountant/Auditor
Knight, Vale & Gregory PLLC
05.1999 - 06.2001
Disbursing Clerk
United States Navy
08.1992 - 08.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
University of Washington
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Olympic College