Sums and Solutions, your local Business Coach,BAS Agents and Bookkeepers

10/02/2026

Happy Birthday to our office dog Teddy. He is 5 today and is being very spoilt 🎂🐾♥️🎾🎉

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

This is what I got when I asked ChatGpt to ….

“Create a caricature of me and my job based on everything you know about me"

Have some fun, give it a try 😎

20/12/2025

Always love surprises. Received this beautiful bouquet of flowers this arvo. It is stunning! Special delivery from my Adelaide clients❤️

I also got another surprise by a local client - a yummy gf Xmas pudding. Looks delicious… Feeling grateful 🎄

27/10/2025

EDIT: DUE TO THE OVERWHELMING NUMBER OF APPLICANTS, APPLICATIONS WILL CLOSE 5PM, 7TH NOVEMBER 2025.

We're hiring!

We are seeking a rockstar Bookkeeper on a casual basis who loves what they do because they are doing what they love! Formal qualifications in bookkeeping is essential, as well as experience in Xero and MYOB. You must also be highly proficient in MS Excel and the Google Suite, very organised, able to work under limited supervision and have a great ‘vibe’.

The role will be responsible for preparing accurate, timely and error-free client accounts in line with work schedules. Regular tasks will include processing and/or reviewing weekly/fortnightly payroll, accounts payable/receivable and bank reconciliations. This position will also focus on quality communication both within the SBM team and with clients to meet deadlines and achieve high client satisfaction.

We offer:
- flexible working arrangements
- working from home
- great family focused culture
- competitive hourly rate for the right skills

Check out our ad on Seek for more info: https://www.seek.com.au/job/88131294

22/10/2025

Secret side hustle or a hobby? Listen to the video -what you need to know about data
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20/10/2025

If you have employees on an annualized salary you need to read this.

A recent Federal Court ruling (Fair Work Ombudsman v Woolworths) has made annualised salary arrangements extremely difficult for small businesses to manage. Employers must now pay all entitlements in full each pay period and keep detailed time records, increasing compliance risk and administrative burden.

ICB, with COSBOA and other associations, is calling for urgent legislative reform to restore flexibility and fairness.

Learn more: https://www.icb.org.au/s/news/updates-to-annualised-salaries-legislation-MCCVU27QOK4ZEV7K7H3DM4DGRK3A

20/10/2025

Last week we were in Adelaide for the ICB Australia Bookkeepers Roadshow. Each year we have to do CPE so we keep up to date on new technology, new rules and ATO law. Looks like next year superannuation will be required to be paid on the same day as you pay staff. AI will feature in our world making things easier. Institute of Certified Bookkeepers

24/09/2025

Reflecting on 18 incredible years in the Accounting and Bookkeeping industry.

This week, Sums and Solutions proudly celebrates its 18th anniversary. Since our founding in 2007, the world of bookkeeping and business advisory has transformed dramatically—from desktop processing to the dynamic, cloud-based accounting platforms we rely on today. This evolution has been as groundbreaking as the arrival of the first Apple iPhone in Australia, which coincidentally launched the same year.
Adaptability has been the cornerstone of our journey. The challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic underscored this, as we worked alongside fellow Australian bookkeepers and BAS agents to administer the JobKeeper payment. It was a moment that showcased the immense value of our profession in supporting businesses through unprecedented times. I’m incredibly proud of the role we played in helping Australian businesses navigate uncertainty.
This milestone wouldn’t have been possible without the trust and collaboration of our valued clients. Your support has been the foundation of our success, and I am deeply grateful for the partnerships we’ve built over the years.
Looking ahead, I’m excited to continue embracing new technologies and delivering strategic solutions to empower Australian businesses. Here’s to many more years of innovation, growth, and collaboration!

20/09/2025

This accountant is amazing! She explains all things tax in the most incredible way. I encourage you to check out Tax Invest Accounting page. I have learnt so much from listening to her.

14/09/2025

If you don’t want to be cold next winter then check out the Korean underfloor heating system you can retrofit into your existing home. Energy efficient heat pumps deliver the heat source.

Visit our website www.hoyaondol.com.au to find out more.

We have installers in Mt Gambier, Adelaide, Warrnambool,Geelong, Snowy Mountains, Melbourne and Sydney.

03/09/2025

Can you claim your coffee and lunch whilst at work?

Wondering if you can claim a deduction for food & drink you buy while working? We can explain.

You can't claim:
👎 a deduction for the cost of food, drink or snacks you eat or drink during your normal working hours. These are private expenses.

You can claim:
👍 ‘overtime’ meal expenses, but only if you buy and eat the meal while working overtime and receive an overtime meal allowance.