South Coast Bookkeeping SA

Professional bookkeeping on the Fleurieu Peninsula

Bookkeepingwith an accountant's eye.

Professional bookkeeping, payroll and reporting for new and established businesses and multi-entity groups, from a member of CPA Australia. You deal with me directly, every time.

Get in touch See how I help
  • CPA Australia Associate
  • Xero specialist
  • Multi-entity experience
CPA Australia Associate (ASA)Qualified accountant
  • CPA Australia Associate (ASA)
  • Bachelor of Accounting
  • Xero specialist
  • Professional indemnity insured
  • Ongoing professional development

Who I work with

More than bookkeeping. Peace of mind.

Accurate reconciliations, timely payroll, organised invoices and reliable reporting. The everyday bookkeeping tasks that help your business stay compliant, informed and in control.

  • Growing businesses

    Businesses that need reliable bookkeeping as transactions, suppliers, customers and compliance obligations increase.

  • Businesses with employees

    From employee onboarding to payroll, PAYG and superannuation, businesses with staff need accurate and timely processing.

  • Businesses with regular customer and supplier activity

    Businesses issuing invoices, managing accounts receivable and paying suppliers on time, with records that stay organised and up to date.

  • Established businesses seeking support

    Business owners who want dependable bookkeeping, accurate records and confidence that the day-to-day financial administration is under control.

  • Sole trader
  • Partnership
  • Family Trust
  • Company

Consolidated view

  • Profit and loss
  • Balance sheet
  • Cash flow
  • Intercompany balanced
Every transaction recorded, reconciled and reviewed, giving you accurate records and better visibility so you always know where your business stands.

Services

Reliable bookkeeping, handled personally.

From reconciliations and payroll to invoicing, supplier payments and BAS support, your books are kept accurate, organised and up to date by someone who knows your business.

  • Keeping your business financially organised

    Accurate records start with the basics done consistently. From reconciliations and payroll to invoicing, supplier payments and BAS support, your books stay organised, compliant and up to date.

    1. Reconcile
    2. Process
    3. Review
    4. Report

  • Reconciliations

    Bank accounts, credit cards and other balance sheet accounts reconciled regularly, ensuring your records stay accurate and up to date.

  • Payroll, STP & Employee Administration

    Payroll processing, Single Touch Payroll reporting, PAYG obligations and superannuation payments handled accurately and on time, with new employees set up correctly and payroll records maintained as your team grows.

  • Sales Invoicing

    Customer invoices prepared and issued promptly to support healthy cash flow and efficient business operations.

  • Supplier Bills & Payments

    Supplier bills entered, managed and paid on time, helping maintain strong relationships and organised records.

  • Accounts Receivable Management

    Outstanding invoices monitored and followed up professionally to help improve collections and reduce overdue debts.

  • BAS and Instalment Preparation Support

    Books maintained accurately throughout the reporting period, with records organised and reconciled to support BAS preparation.

  • Reporting & Analysis

    Regular financial reports with clear comparisons over time and straightforward explanations, so you know exactly where your business stands.

  • Ongoing Bookkeeping Support

    Day-to-day bookkeeping support tailored to your business, including other agreed services as required.

Sally, owner of South Coast Bookkeeping SA
Sally FaehrmannProfessional Bookkeeper

Meet your bookkeeper

A qualified accountant who takes the time to understand your business.

I'm Sally, a CPA Australia member and the owner of South Coast Bookkeeping SA.

My mission is simple: to develop a genuine understanding of your business and provide bookkeeping support that makes running it easier. By taking care of the day-to-day bookkeeping, I help business owners free up time, reduce stress, and focus on the things that matter most.

I bring a strong attention to detail, an analytical mindset and a genuine passion for numbers. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach, I take the time to understand how your business operates and work with you to establish accurate, efficient record-keeping processes that support your goals.

When your bookkeeping is managed well, it can:

  • Free up your time to focus on growing your business
  • Support a healthier work-life balance
  • Reduce errors and improve confidence in your financial records
  • Provide an additional layer of oversight and a trusted sounding board when needed

Clear and timely communication is central to how I work. I ask questions, seek to understand your operations, and keep you informed so there are no surprises.

With your approval, I can liaise directly with your accountant to seek clarification, resolve bookkeeping-related matters and help ensure everyone is working from accurate, up-to-date information.

Trust, confidentiality and professionalism underpin every aspect of my service. Flexible working arrangements are available, whether on-site, remotely or through a hybrid arrangement to suit the needs of your business.

Sally

  • CPA Australia Associate (ASA)
  • Bachelor of Accounting
  • Xero specialist
  • Professional indemnity insured
  • Ongoing professional development

Kind words

What clients say.

  • I'm so grateful for Sally's help! She helped me make sense of what needed attention first, put things in order of priority and gave me practical suggestions to set my business up for future success. She was so easy to talk to, honest and transparent with her advice, and left me feeling much more organised, reassured and confident about moving forward. I couldn't recommend her enough!

    Lisa JaneSelf Connect Program, Victor Harbor

  • With much pleasure we confidently recommend the assistance of South Coast Bookkeeping SA. Sally is highly competent, professional, and knowledgeable across all aspects of bookkeeping and business management. Her expertise, proficiency and dedication make her an invaluable asset to our business, and we happily recommend her services to anyone seeking reliable, trustworthy bookkeeping support.

    SCCSGoolwa

How it works

Three simple steps to calmer books.

  1. A first conversation

    A relaxed call or coffee. You tell me about your business, its structure and where things are at. No obligation.

  2. Review and set up

    I review your Xero files and entities, tidy anything that needs attention, and we agree on a scope and fee arrangement that suits.

  3. Your monthly rhythm

    Processing, payroll, reconciliations and month-end reporting, working alongside your accountant. You get clear numbers and more time to run the business.

Questions

Good questions, straight answers.

Anything else on your mind? Ask me directly; there are no silly questions about money.

How much does it cost?

Every business is different, so my pricing is tailored to you. Depending on what you need, that might be an hourly rate or a fixed monthly fee. After our free chat I will recommend what suits you best, with no surprises.

Which software do you use?

Xero, and only Xero. Working in it every day, across single businesses and groups of entities, means I know it inside out and can get the most from it. If you are not on Xero yet, I can help you make the move.

Do I still need an accountant?

Yes, and a great accountant is invaluable. I keep your books accurate and up to date all year; your accountant makes sure all your reporting obligations are met and helps you keep as much of your hard-earned money as possible. With your approval, I liaise with them directly so everything runs smoothly.

Can you lodge my BAS?

I am working towards registration as a BAS agent. In the meantime I get your books reconciled and BAS-ready, and your accountant or registered BAS agent reviews and lodges it.

Can you look after a group of entities?

Yes. I work with groups of companies, trusts and partnerships, keeping each entity accurate and the intercompany accounts reconciled, so the whole structure makes sense to you and your accountant.

Our books need a clean-up. Can you help?

Yes. We will work out what needs attention first, put it in order of priority and bring the file back to a reliable state, then keep it there.

Where do you work?

I am based in Goolwa and service the Fleurieu Peninsula. I can work on-site at your business, off-site, or a mix of both, whatever suits you.

Is my information kept safe?

Yes. Confidentiality and trust underpin everything I do. I work in secure cloud software rather than emailing files wherever possible, and I carry professional indemnity insurance.

Get in touch

Let's get your books sorted.

Tell me a little about your business and I'll get back to you. I reply within one business day.

  • 0419 839 944
  • Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
  • Based in Goolwa, servicing the Fleurieu Peninsula. On-site, off-site or a mix of both, whatever suits your business.