Sarah Phelan
About Sarah Phelan
Sarah Phelan serves as the Tax Lead for EMEA at AXIS Specialty Europe SE in Dublin, where she has worked since 2009. She has extensive experience in tax accounting, having previously held positions at Aviva plc and Deloitte Ireland, and holds multiple qualifications in accounting and taxation.
Current Role at AXIS Specialty Europe SE
Sarah Phelan serves as the Tax Lead for EMEA at AXIS Specialty Europe SE in Dublin, Ireland. She has held this position since 2009, contributing to the company's tax strategy and compliance across the EMEA region. Her role involves overseeing tax-related matters and ensuring adherence to relevant regulations.
Previous Experience at Aviva plc
Prior to her current role, Sarah Phelan worked as a Tax Accountant at Aviva plc in Ireland for one year, from 2008 to 2009. In this position, she was responsible for various tax functions, enhancing her expertise in the field.
Experience at Deloitte Ireland
Sarah Phelan gained significant experience as an Assistant Manager in the Tax Department at Deloitte Ireland from 2004 to 2008. During her four years at Deloitte, she developed her skills in tax advisory and compliance, working with a diverse range of clients.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Sarah Phelan has a strong educational background in accountancy and taxation. She studied at the National University of Ireland, Galway, earning a Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) from 2000 to 2004. She furthered her education at UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, achieving a Master of Accounting in 2004. Additionally, she completed her Chartered Accountant qualification at the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Ireland from 2004 to 2006 and obtained the AITI Chartered Tax Advisor designation from the Irish Taxation Institute from 2004 to 2008.