HBA Encompass was founded in 2010 by the Directors of the well respected Sunshine Coast firms, HBA Accounting Pty Ltd & Encompass Tax & Accounting Pty Ltd. The combination of the knowledge and experience taken from these practices has created a fresh, friendly new firm, that is focused on offering the best advice and the highest level of service to their clients.
HBA Encompass clients are located throughout Queensland and the rest of Australia, and include small and family-run businesses, individuals and professionals, property investors and developers, the self-employed and retirees.
Director & CEO
Victoria is a serial entrepreneur and small business specialist. Helping business is a passion that leads to Zest for Success, a book to help entrepreneurs start the company of their dreams. Business Solutions and Education is where Victoria likes to spend her time, but she also specialises in Taxation.
Secret Skill: Xero Jedi
Director & SMSF Specialist
Tricia has spent over 20 years in the Self Managed Super Fund space. Her knowledge of all things SMSF is second to none. She is the go-to person for all things super.
Secret Skill: SMSF Goddess
Trainee Accountant.
Cory has been with us as a trainee for a couple of years as he completes his degree. He has worked in Taxation and Accounting but these days is learning the ropes of SMSF. Cory is based in Birtinya.
Secret Talent: Ability to withstand being the only male in the office
Consultant
Daren is a former director of HBA Encompass who has retired from our business. Daren is still good friends with many of our clients, and we can always call on him to assist if needed.
Secret Talent: Creator of Solutions
Tax Accountant
(Maternity Leave)
Deanne is a CPA Accountant with varying skills in taxation and superannuation. She has experience with MYOB from previous bookkeeping roles but enjoys the challenge of operating other accounting software
Secret Skill: Google is your friend!
Receptionist & Internal Accounts
Deb heads up the front counter in Birtinya. She is the director of first impressions. Deb is responsible for phones, appointments, compiling information, clients, and a myriad of other activities.
Secret Talent: Saying No with a smile on her face.
Accountant
Desiree, a seasoned accountant, became part of our team in July. Leveraging her experience, she plays a vital role in assisting our Tax and Accounting team, enhancing our capabilities in financial management.
Accountant
Desiree, recently joined us as an Accountant excels in meticulously preparing essential paperwork for financials and business tax returns. With a focus on precision, Desiree efficiently compiles financial statements and tax returns, contributing to our seamless operations.
Graduate Accountant
Eva hangs out with Anna and Junko in the new accounting world club at Birtinya. Like them, she is soaking up knowledge in Taxation and Accounting.
Accountant
(Maternity Leave)
With experience in tax, audit, and self-managed super funds, Hannah takes every opportunity to expand her knowledge. She dreams of the day she is crowned Queen of Advisory and has an office with a door, so no one knows when she is snacking. Hannah has recently returned from a stint in Audit in New Zealand. We are glad to have her back!
Secret Talent: Can efficiently organise a bookshelf of Tax Guides!
Bookkeeper
Isabel, recently joined our team as a Bookkeeper and is stationed at our Birtinya office. Isabel is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing transactions, and ensuring the integrity of financial data.
Accountant
Je-ann, an Accountant at HBA Encompass. Je-ann adeptly handles year-end work papers for diverse clients, preparing comparative financial statements, and ensuring timely tax return lodgments.
Accountant
Julie, an Accountant at HBA Encompass, specializes in Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSF). Her role focuses on expertly managing SMSF responsibilities, showcasing her commitment to our financial services. Julie is based at our Birtinya office.
Graduate Accountant
Like Anna, Junko recently joined our team as a graduate accountant and quickly learned the ropes of Taxation and Accounting. Junko works in our Birtinya Office.
Senior Accountant
New to HBA Encompass and a former director of River Accounting, Leeanne works in our Gympie Office. She is currently learning our new programs to deliver the best outcome for our clients.
Secret Skills: Acting like a swan (serene on top, paddling like mad underneath)
Admin Staff
Lorren is a valuable Admin Staff member at the Bookkeeper Hub, specialising in tasks such as managing wash-up invoices and organising filing systems. Their contributions greatly support the efficiency of our operations and financial management.
Junior Accountant/bookkeeper
Mary Shyne is a Junior Accountant and bookkeeper at the Bookkeeper Hub. Her expertise lies in various bookkeeping tasks, including data entry for invoicing, bank reconciliation, report generation, and the meticulous creation and lodging of IAS and BAS with the ATO.
Junior Accountant
Niño Miguel, a Junior Accountant affiliated with The Bookkeeper Hub. He is specialising in bank reconciliation, report generation, and IAS/BAS preparation.
Business Accountant
Penny has been associated with HBA Encompass since 2006, initially as a client. Penny joined the team as a staff member in 2012. Having previously fulfilled bookkeeping and management accountant roles, Penny enjoys collaborating with her business clients throughout the year, not just at “Tax Time’, to build strong relationships with her clients
Secret Skills: Xero Advisor and Payroll Certified
Bookkeeper
Rio recently joined our team as a Bookkeeper for The Bookkeeper Hub.
Marketing Coordinator
Samm is responsible for marketing efforts across HBA Encompass and The Bookkeeper Hub, focusing on tasks such as social media management and email campaigns.
Director of First Impressions
Sandra works in our Gympie office as the first point of contact for our clients. Her bubbly personality and caring nature make it a pleasurable experience for our clients in person and over the phone. She also helps the accountants prepare client’s tax documents for processing and supply our clients with their completed tax work.
Secret talent: Making Clients Smile
Our reputation is a result of years of expertise, experience and a continued commitment to maintaining the highest of professional standards.
When you rely on us, you are also relying on the quality of our services. Annual firm assessments and continued professional training keep our staff ahead of the rest to ensure that nothing less than the best is available for our clients.
We understand the time pressures facing your business. That’s why we strive to provide up-to-date, accurate and timely service solutions to your financial growth issues as a crucial element of our firm culture.
