Hello! I’m Sharon.
I get that numbers can be daunting. Luckily for you, I love them. Seriously.
My aim is to present them in a way that’s easy to understand so you can get excited about them too.
I’ve been around business all my life (thank you family business) which is how I developed a passion for accounting and all things numerical.
I completed a Bachelor of Business while working at a Chartered Accounting firm, then went on to complete the CPA program where I won the High Achievers Award for outstanding effort.
Fast forward a number of years and I’m now an MBA qualified, registered tax agent, and CPA, with over 20 years of experience in accounting and business advisory. I’ve slogged it out for a big firm, learnt the ins and outs of business as the accountant for a real estate agency, and discovered all things small business from running my own.
I’m honest, passionate and determined to work closely with equally enthusiastic clients, especially those who love a bit of tech, so I can help their businesses thrive. No simple box ticking here.
I never take on a new client without having a chat first or reviewing their Xero file.
Passion Business Advisors operates out of Albury/Wodonga where I live with my partner Patrick (also an accountant) but, being virtual, I can service the world. Living in Victoria during COVID delivered that silver lining at least!
No morning begins without a cup of coffee. The next travel adventure is always high on my agenda. And I love my book club, but mostly for the catch up with friends.
That said, I highly recommend the following business reads:
- The Barefoot Investor by Scott Pape, which completely changed my attitude to money.
- The E Myth by Michael Gerber, which looks at creating systems and processes to help your business run more efficiently.
- She means business by Carrie Green, which inspired me to start my own business.
- And, for a good laugh, 488 Rules for Life by Kitty Flanagan – especially the audio version by Kitty herself.
If I sound like someone you’d like to work with, please get in touch!