Shehani Silva
About
Shehani Silva is a senior associate at Coker. She brings a diverse background in financial analysis, audit, and compliance across real estate, public accounting, and corporate finance sectors. Shehani’s experience spans market and cash flow analysis, valuation modeling, and process improvement, where she has delivered data-driven insights and ensured regulatory compliance for complex organizations. She combines analytical precision with a collaborative approach, supporting client engagements through rigorous financial assessments and operational evaluations. Her work reflects a strong commitment to accuracy, transparency, and strategic problem-solving in both advisory and audit environments.
Experience
- Developed and maintained complex financial models, cash flow forecasts, and internal valuations to support budgeting, portfolio management, and strategic decision-making for large-scale real estate and corporate clients.
- Managed client relationships and cross-functional teams, overseeing preparation and review of diverse tax filings while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Performed financial statement analysis and reconciliations to evaluate accuracy, identify key performance trends, and address reporting inconsistencies.
- Supported audit and compliance engagements, including single audits, SOX testing, and ERP control assessments, to evaluate process effectiveness and regulatory adherence.
- Leveraged data analytics tools to assess large datasets, identify anomalies, and improve audit sampling and reporting accuracy.
Areas of Expertise
- Compliance Services/Programs
- Financial Analysis and Modeling
- Valuation
- Regulatory Compliance
Education
Shidler College of Business, University of Hawaii at Manoa
Master of Accounting
Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting & Finance
Honolulu, HI
Certifications
Certified Public Accountant