History
Mainsail Accounting was established by Steve Maginnity in 2016. Built on a passion for helping people, Mainsail Accounting was created to work with small business owners, helping navigate the world of business and tax compliance, with a dedication to providing personalised service to every one of our clients. Unfortunately Steve has recently retired from Mainsail Accounting due to ongoing health issues. The business will continue under the direction of Lesley Henderson, who joined the firm in 2024. We will remain dedicated to providing the same high level of service to all of our new and existing clients.
But why “Mainsail”?
We are often asked where our business name comes from, so here is the story:
Steve has a passion for wooden boats. When establishing his own practice, he was eager to bring something from this into the mix - and so the name Mainsail Accounting was born - the mainsail, as the name would suggest is the main sail that drives a boat, and so Mainsail Accounting came into being, to help be the driving force behind your business and tax compliance needs.
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At Mainsail Accounting we know that finding the right accountant and business adviser is a choice not to be taken lightly. That’s why we recommend a short initial consultation to ensure we are the right team to help you
Our People
PRINCIPAL
Lesley Henderson, CA
Lesley has over 30 years’ experience in accounting and taxation. Beginning her career in a small tax practice, she subsequently moved over to a “Big 4” firm, while she studied to become a Chartered Accountant. After this, Lesley continued to gain experience working in several other Chartered Accounting firms, including spending quite a number of years as a partner in one of them. Lesley joined Mainsail Accounting as a partner in 2024, bringing her wealth of experience and client-centric focus to the team.
Education
Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia
Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting
University of Canberra
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting
Affiliations
Member, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
Registered Tax Agent
Public Practice Certificate, CAANZ