Meet the SAS Micro Team | Page 2

Nicola Townsend MAAT

Payrol Technician

Nicola brings over four years of hands-on experience in payroll, managing everything from pension contributions and holiday pay to SSP and SMP queries with confidence and precision. She is currently studying AAT Level 2 in Bookkeeping and is committed to continually expanding her knowledge in payroll and finance. Known for her determination and attention to detail, Nicola has a keen eye for spotting discrepancies and isn’t afraid to triple-check her work to ensure absolute accuracy.

Meha Bakhai ACA

Chief Financial Officer

Meha’s role as Chief Financial Officer sees her managing various aspects of the business, whilst her leadership and willingness to support junior team members has been vital in developing the next generation of talent at SAS. Alongside this, she oversees the year end accounts and corporation tax department at SAS, having taken a keen interest in the technical side of the role. A very driven individual, with strong managerial skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure, which has seen her take responsibility for ensuring the team is providing clients with their statutory returns in good time. Prior to joining SAS, Meha studied Accounting with Economics at Northampton University and has now obtained her ACA qualification.

John Sterling FCA

Founder

John is the Founder and is very popular amongst the many construction clients at SAS. He is an FCA with a wealth of experience, gained primarily in the construction sector. As an incredibly knowledgeable and highly commercial accountant, he is seen as a trusted advisor to many, with his reputation being the key factor in bringing in many of our clients in the early days. John also has an Economics degree from Manchester University.

Chloe Scott AATQB

Onboarding Manager

After spending the last 5 years building the ever expanding Virtual Finance department up from the ground, Chloe has recently taken on a new venture here at SAS. Chloe now oversees the client Onboarding process and is now our Onboarding specialist. This is the perfect role for Chloe and her skill set and with the knowledge she has gained over the last few years, she is best equipped to provide our new prospective clients with the service and care that they deserve.

Jessica Cutten ACIM

Digital Marketing Executive

Jessica is responsible for planning and monitoring the ongoing presence of the company on social media while developing strategies to build a lasting digital connection with consumers. Jessica begun her marketing journey through an apprenticeship followed by a Level 4 in Professional Digital Marketing with the Chartered Institute of marketing and looks to continue her education. With an eye for design and creative outlook she is eager to get stuck into all Digital Marketing campaigns.

Rachel Trussler

Office Manager & HR Administrator

Rachel is responsible for taking care of all HR and administrative tasks throughout the company, as well as making sure all runs smoothly at SAS HQ. Her extensive experience within customer service means she provides a friendly first point of contact to clients and visitors.

Will Sterling FCA

Chief Executive Officer

Will is the dynamic and innovative Managing Director of the prestigious SAS Group. With an impressive career in the finance industry, Will has a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of precise and strategic accounting which has driven the firm’s growth, whilst helping a wide range of clients achieve their financial goals. He takes pride in the ability to provide bespoke accounting solutions, tailored to each client’s unique needs, thereby laying a solid foundation for their financial success. His vision for the future is focused on leveraging technology to further enhance client services, ensuring the firm remains at the forefront of the ever-evolving financial landscape.

Finlay Everington ACA

Chief Operating Officer

Finlay plays a crucial role at TeamSAS, where he focuses on streamlining our operations to boost efficiency across the board. Known for his exceptional problem-solving abilities and sharp analytical skills, Finlay keeps everything running smoothly at SAS HQ. His expertise extends to managing successful mergers and acquisitions for both our company and our clients, always with a keen eye on securing the best outcomes. Additionally, Finlay is instrumental in shaping and driving SAS’s strategic initiatives, ensuring we consistently achieve our business goals and objectives.