Sarah Ames
About Sarah Ames
Sarah Ames is an Employment Tax Manager with over 15 years of experience in advising employers on complex employment tax issues in the UK. She has held various positions at notable firms including KPMG, PA Consulting, and Deloitte, and currently works at VISTRA.
Current Role at Vistra
Sarah Ames serves as an Employment Tax Manager at Vistra, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she specializes in advising employers on complex employment tax issues and ensuring compliance with UK tax regulations. Her responsibilities include providing guidance on payroll, benefits, expenses, and termination payments, as well as conducting IR35 assessments.
Previous Experience in Employment Tax
Prior to her current role, Sarah Ames accumulated extensive experience in employment tax across various firms. She worked at KPMG UK as an Employment Tax Senior Manager from 2014 to 2020, and previously held the position of Employment Tax Manager at KPMG from 2002 to 2010. Additionally, she worked at PA Consulting and Deloitte, further enhancing her expertise in the field.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Sarah Ames studied Law at the University of Reading, where she earned her Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from 1999 to 2002. She also pursued further education at The Chartered Institute of Taxation, achieving the Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) qualification from 1999 to 2005. These qualifications underpin her extensive knowledge and expertise in employment tax matters.
Specialization in Employment Tax Compliance
Sarah Ames specializes in advising employers on a range of employment tax issues, focusing on compliance with UK tax regulations. Her expertise includes conducting due diligence, negotiating with HMRC on behalf of employers, and providing guidance on various employment-related tax matters, including payroll and employee communications. She has over 15 years of experience in this domain.