Selva Kumar A S

About Selva Kumar A S

I’m an MBA-educated finance professional and US-CMA candidate with a proven track record in cost accounting, budgeting, and strategic financial planning. Passionate about leveraging data-driven insights to optimize performance, I’ve led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements that cut costs by 15% and accelerated decision-making. Committed to excellence and sustainable growth, I thrive on forging partnerships that drive both profitability and positive societal impact. Seeking to apply my expertise in a dynamic organization that values innovation and long-term value creation.

Experience

1. Junior Associate

   CohnReznick

   Oct 2025 — Present

   Managing multi‑entity finance operations across Not‑for‑Profit (NFP) and Hospitality segments.• Managing finance email and mailbox operations, resolving queries and coordinating with internal teams to ensure timely closures.• Performing Accounts Payable activities, including invoice processing, duplicate invoice identification, and payment status validation.• Working closely with General Ledger teams on utility accruals and performing bank reconciliation activities, including ACH payments and resolution of missing invoices.• Preparing Excel‑based reports, trackers, and templates to streamline reconciliation, review, and financial reporting activities.• Working with multiple accounting and ERP systems to manage AP processing, invoice reviews, and reporting workflows.• Preparing daily review summary reports highlighting unapproved invoices, exceptions, and documents requiring follow‑up.• Managing NFP accounting processes, including bill processing, invoice query resolution, and coordination of approvals.• Collecting, reviewing, and validating W‑9 forms for new vendors to assess 1099 applicability.• Preparing 1099 reporting templates and supporting documentation for tax filings; possessing strong working knowledge of 1099 compliance and filing requirements.

Education

• Loyola College

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Finance

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)

  Chartered Accountant

• Loyola College

  Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, General