Hawkesbury Business Services, circa 2004.
Our Story
Founded by Linda Benfield in 2003, Hawkesbury Business Services began with an IKEA desk, a laptop, and a passion for helping small businesses thrive. After years working in banking and business finance, Linda saw the opportunity to offer hands-on, practical support to business owners who needed help behind the scenes – but didn’t need (or want) the commitment of full-time staff.
Linda’s first clients were people who already knew what she could do, and were quick to jump at the chance to have her assist with the management of their business administration. It wasn’t long before her client list grew, thanks to word of mouth and the real impact she was making for local businesses.
As demand grew, Linda brought on her first worker so that she could continue offering reliable, personal bookkeeping services that business owners could count on. Over the years, HBS continued to expand its reach while staying true to its roots: personalised support, genuine relationships, and a deep understanding of what it takes to run a small business.
Today, Linda leads a team of eight women, proudly managing the books and business needs of more than 200 clients across a wide range of industries. What started as a one-woman show has grown into a trusted local business, but the heart of HBS remains the same: practical, personal support for businesses of all shapes and sizes.
Meet the Team
Linda
Born and raised in Richmond, Linda has been part of the Hawkesbury community her whole life.
Linda holds a Certificate IV in Finance, is a registered BAS Agent, and is also a featured Reckon Partner.
With over 25 years’ experience in business administration and finance, leads the HBS team with warmth, experience, and a deep commitment to her clients and community.
Mardi
Mardi has been working at HBS since 2004 and is known for her practical approach and supportive nature. She enjoys helping clients and staff streamline their processes and maintain accurate records, building their confidence in managing their finances.
She values the variety in bookkeeping and enjoys working with clients across all industries. With a preference for Reckon Hosted and MYOB AccountRight, she delivers reliable support tailored to each client’s needs.
Suzanne
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Jess
Jess became a Keeper of Books in the ancient times of 2015. She enjoys the data entry, organisational, and problem-solving aspects of bookkeeping. Her software loyalty lies with Reckon Hosted and Reckon One.
She enjoys bookkeeping for a range of different industries, as each one brings its own personality and unexpected plot twists. She values building strong client relationships and helping clients feel confident and in control — so bookkeeping becomes one less thing to worry about.
Sami
Sami began her bookkeeping career in 2020 after starting a family and quickly found a passion for maintaining accurate and balanced financial records. She enjoys reconciling accounts, processing super contributions, and ensuring everything is up to date and compliant.
She prefers using Reckon One for its user-friendly design and appreciates the insights that can be gained about a business through its financial data. Sami finds it rewarding to know her work helps businesses stay organised and financially stable, contributing to their ongoing success.
Jenna
Jenna has been working as a bookkeeper since 2018 when a chance meeting with Linda got her back to work after starting a family.
She enjoys the logical, mathematical “left side of the brain” work involved with bookkeeping and feels a great sense of purpose when figuring out, fixing or just completing a task for a client that they can’t or don’t have time to do.
Veronica
Veronica joined HBS in 2006 after returning to the workforce from maternity leave, and has been a valued team member ever since. She also became a regular client in 2015 when she and her husband started their own business, making her both a long-term customer and a happy employee.
With a preference for Reckon, which she uses daily, she also has experience with Xero and MYOB. She particularly enjoys working with trade clients, recognising that bookkeeping services allow tradies to spend more time on the job and less time on paperwork.
Michelle
Michelle has been bookkeeping since 2013 and brings a passion for balancing books, taking pride in ensuring every lodgement is accurate and compliant.
Michelle is particularly proficient in Xero and MYOB, and most enjoys being able to support industrial businesses, easing the pressure off clients by managing their bookwork with precision and care.
She values the ongoing learning the profession offers and enjoys the variety and challenges each day brings.
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