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About Us

Excellence. Integrity. Value.

Our Mission

Integrity underpins everything we do. By always putting our clients first, we provide trusted financial guidance, build meaningful relationships, and help our clients build wealth through legally minimising tax and maximising profits.

Our Vision

We are committed to building a professional financial services business that attracts exceptional people and fosters strong client relationships, while delivering outstanding advice across all areas of our clients’ financial lives.

Our Values

We are:

Trusted

Professional

Passionate

We will:

Communicate

Mentor & Educate

Enjoy What We Do

Our History

Henson Lloyd commenced trading on the 1 July 1994. The practice was located at 164 Angas Street.

After two years, due to substantial growth and additional staff we required a move to 91 Halifax Street.

Two years later we required another move as the premises at Halifax Street also became too small and additional people were required to accommodate the growing client base. This growth precipitated a move to South Terrace, Adelaide in the Master Builders Building.

In 2003, Barrie Lloyd joined the practice, and the practice changed its name to Henson Lloyd. The addition of Barrie, his clients and staff triggered another move to our current location at Level 2, 229 Greenhill Road.

In 2017, Barrie decided it was time to retire, and this gave birth to the current business Henson Lloyd Accountants Pty Ltd. The previous partnership dissolved, and the new company was formed. After the business was incorporated, Wayne was joined by Emma Gesuato and Lachlan Smyth as fellow company directors and equity shareholders.

In October 2025, Wayne’s retirement marked an exciting new chapter, with Emma and Lachlan stepping forward to take full ownership of the accounting practice and continue its strong legacy.

Henson Lloyd today has over 20 employees. The growth in the business over the last three decades reflects the quality service we provide and the relationships we have with our clients.

Supporting businesses is our key focus and their success is the key to our success.

Managing Staff

Lachlan Smyth

Director
lachlans@hensonandco.com.au

Emma Gesuato

Director
emmag@hensonandco.com.au

Kirstie Bateup

Chief Executive Officer
kirstieb@hensonandco.com.au

Wayne Henson

Consultant
wayneh@hensonandco.com.au

Our Team

Alanis

alanist@hensonandco.com.au

Bert

bertl@hensonandco.com.au

Kane

kaneb@hensonandco.com.au

Kylie

kylied@hensonandco.com.au

Mardi

mardil@hensonandco.com.au

Rachael

rachaelb@hensonandco.com.au

Sam

samuely@hensonandco.com.au

Sean

seank@hensonandco.com.au

Sarah

sarahs@hensonandco.com.au

Talia

taliat@hensonandco.com.au

Tanya

tanyap@hensonandco.com.au

Jodie

jodiea@hensonandco.com.au

Adelaide

Level 2 – 229 Greenhill Road,
Dulwich, SA 5065

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(08) 8431 1644

hl@hensonandco.com.au

Port Lincoln

10 Washington St,
Port Lincoln, SA 5608

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Lachlan Smyth

Director

  • 08 8431 1644
  • lachlans@hensonandco.com.au

Lachlan has worked in the accounting profession with Henson Lloyd Accountants Pty Ltd since graduating from the University of South Australia in 2004 with a Bachelor of Commerce. He commenced as a Graduate Accountant and has since worked his way up to Senior Accountant, and was appointed as a Company Director in 2018.

Lachlan specialises in partnering with small to medium size enterprises and professional clients on general accounting, taxation and business advisory. His experience spans a diversity of industries including: Medicos, Trade, Retail, Automotive, Wine, Primary Production and Not For Profits.

Lachlan has a passion in connecting with likeminded business leaders to implement change to better their organisation. Lachlan and his team do this through the provision of dedicated support and getting to thoroughly know the business to make value adding decisions and contributions.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

Professional Memberships

Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA Australia)
Institute of Chartered Accountants (Affiliate Member)

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Emma Gesuato

Director

  • 08 8431 1644
  • emmag@hensonandco.com.au

Emma has over 20 years’ experience in the accounting profession and has been at Henson Lloyd Accountants for 15 years. After graduating from the University of South Australia she completed further studies by becoming a Chartered Accountant and also holds a Public Practice Certificate. Most recently Emma has been appointed a Company Director with Henson Lloyd.

Emma’s strength is to manage and lead a team to ensure a high level of service is provided to clients. This is achieved by ensuring a strong team environment within the business and developing positive relationships with staff.

Her experience is in providing excellent business advice, coaching and support to small to medium enterprises and professional clients on general accounting, taxation and business advisory. This includes a diverse range of industries including trade, retail, building industry, medical and not for profits. She has a strong understanding of taxation legislation and its practical application.

Emma’s focus is to assist in providing the most effective business and tax advice so that the best outcome can be achieved. This includes ensuring tax compliance is met as well as helping clients grow, increase their profits and ultimately succeed. She enjoys connecting with business owners and developing a relationship in which they can work together to achieve the desired result.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

Professional Memberships

Institute of Chartered Accountants (CA)
Certificate of Public Practice (CA)

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Kirstie Bateup

Chief Executive Officer

  • 08 8431 1644
  • kirstieb@hensonandco.com.au

Kirstie completed her Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) degree in 2000 and has since been working as a dedicated bookkeeper across a broad and diverse range of industries. She has gained detailed knowledge in relevant bookkeeping processes, along with a working knowledge of procedures necessary to do so in an efficient manner whilst ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. As Manager of our internal Bookkeeping division she provides invaluable assistance to our clients.

Her ability to readily ascertain the hierarchy of needs allows her to highlight the priority tasks and to work with the business owner to reach their goals.

She is proactive and resourceful. An accomplished consultant who is well-versed in developing solutions & implementing positive changes to achieve sustainability and growth for clients.

Known for strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain profitable relationships with clients, Kirstie has been the CEO of Henson Lloyd Accountants since January 2018. Along with the management of our internal Bookkeeping Division, her role as CEO includes assisting our administration to streamline operations, human resource management, and the management of our own financial data, preparing meaningful management reports to be used for decision making.

Wayne Henson

Director

  • +61 417 801 755
  • wayneh@hensonandco.com.au
A combination of experience, expertise and enthusiasm, Wayne presents a discerning understanding of business requirements, strong vision and a distinct sense of direction for business. He understands the complexities of the business environment and is well positioned to assist businesses achieve better results. He balances this against the capabilities required to operate both in a competitive and collaborative environment, resulting in the delivery of effective recommendations that influence positive outcomes for you and your organisation.
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