Shannon Gemberling - Virtual Bookkeeper & Owner
A Different Path to Bookkeeping
Before founding Salt & Sand Bookkeeping, Shannon Gemberling spent over 25 years in information technology consulting — working with organizations to untangle complex systems, build efficient operations, and fix problems that had been quietly compounding for years.
That background might seem unusual for a virtual bookkeeper. But it's exactly what sets Salt & Sand Bookkeeping apart. Managing chaotic books isn't just a numbers problem — it's a systems problem. Transactions get miscategorized, processes break down, nothing connects the way it should. Shannon approaches virtual bookkeeping the same way she approached IT: methodically, with a clear process, and with an eye toward making sure it stays clean once it's fixed.
She launched Salt & Sand Bookkeeping because she kept seeing the same pattern: business owners who were excellent at what they did, but whose finances were a source of constant stress because no one had ever set up their bookkeeping properly in the first place. She started this virtual bookkeeping business to fix that.
Bookkeeping Certifications & Credentials
As a virtual bookkeeper, Shannon holds active certifications across QuickBooks Online, Xero, Payroll, and Client Advisory Services. She maintains Intuit ProAdvisor and Xero Partner status, which means her bookkeeping clients can access preferred pricing on QuickBooks Online and Xero subscriptions. Her certifications ensure you're working with a qualified, trusted virtual bookkeeper.
CERTIFIED & TRUSTED
What to Expect Working With Your Virtual Bookkeeper at Salt & Sand
Salt & Sand Bookkeeping is a solo virtual bookkeeping practice, which means when you work with Salt & Sand, you're working directly with Shannon — not a rotating team of junior staff. Every bookkeeping client gets direct communication, consistent attention, and a virtual bookkeeper who actually knows your account.
Most virtual bookkeeping engagements start with a free consultation to understand where your books currently stand and what you actually need. From there, onboarding is straightforward — Shannon handles the setup in QuickBooks Online or Xero, establishes the workflow, and keeps you informed without overwhelming you with detail.
The goal is simple: you should be able to look at your financials at any point and understand exactly where your business stands. If that's not the case right now, that's where your virtual bookkeeper starts.
Ready to explore our complete virtual bookkeeping services ? We offer monthly bookkeeping, QuickBooks Online setup, Xero bookkeeping, payroll processing, financial reporting, and book cleanup services.
About Shannon - Outside the Office
Shannon is based in San Diego, which means she's equally comfortable providing virtual bookkeeping services to a company in California or a bookkeeping client she's never met in person halfway across the country. Salt & Sand Bookkeeping is fully virtual by design — not as a workaround, but because virtual bookkeeping works better that way for growing businesses.
When she's not providing bookkeeping services, you'll find her stand-up paddleboarding with her rescue dog Rooney along the San Diego coast, watching Formula 1 or the Pittsburgh Steelers, or tracking down the next city where Hamilton is playing — three shows in and still counting.
Ready to Work With a Virtual Bookkeeper Who Understands Your Business?
A free consultation is the easiest way to find out if our virtual bookkeeping services are a good fit. No pressure — just a straightforward conversation about your books and what you need.