Sarah Roach Nichols, Cpa
About Sarah Roach Nichols, Cpa
Sarah Roach Nichols is a Senior Manager at Americold Logistics, LLC, and has extensive experience in tax consulting, particularly in real estate. She has worked at Deloitte for nine years, focusing on private equity funds and REITs, and holds a Master of Accountancy from the University of Georgia.
Work at Deloitte
Sarah Roach Nichols has been employed at Deloitte since 2015, where she has progressed through various roles. Initially serving as a Senior Tax Consultant for nine years, she transitioned to the position of Manager in 2019, a role she has held for five years. During her tenure, she has worked extensively with large private equity funds and both public and private Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) across multiple sectors, including retail, office, multifamily, timber, and industrial. Her experience encompasses property acquisition due diligence and specialized expertise in REIT testing and joint venture investments.
Work at Americold Logistics
Since 2021, Sarah Roach Nichols has been with Americold Logistics, LLC, where she initially took on the role of Manager. In 2023, she advanced to the position of Senior Manager. Her work at Americold is based in Atlanta, Georgia, where she applies her extensive background in taxation and real estate to support the company's logistics operations.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Roach Nichols earned her Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Business/Management from Mercer University, completing her studies from 2010 to 2014. She furthered her education at the University of Georgia's Terry College of Business, where she obtained a Master of Accountancy with a focus on Taxation from 2014 to 2015. Her academic background supports her professional expertise in taxation, real estate, and joint venture investments.
Professional Background
Sarah Roach Nichols has built a robust career in taxation and real estate, starting her professional journey at Deloitte, where she gained significant experience in the Real Estate practice. Her work involved collaborating with large private equity funds and managing tax-related issues for various types of REITs. This experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in property acquisition and investment strategies.