Our Firm

About Us

Meet the partners behind Hamby & Hengeli, LLC and learn what sets our approach to financial institution accounting apart.

Why We're Different

Hamby & Hengeli, LLC provides unmatched expertise in financial institution services, delivered in a timely manner and at a competitive price. We believe the needs of your institution are unique, so our approach is client-driven, not product-driven — you have the flexibility to choose any combination of our services.

We're the Experts

We provide the highest level of bank accounting and advisory expertise possible. As specialists in community and independent banks, our expertise cannot be matched by a general practice accounting firm.

Communication

We emphasize continuous, open dialogue. You'll have direct, ongoing contact with one of our partners on every project.

No Unexpected Charges

We value communication so strongly that, as a rule, we do not charge for reasonable phone calls and consultations.

Why Choose Hamby & Hengeli?

Industry Specialization

We work exclusively with financial institutions, giving us deep expertise in banking operations, regulations, and industry best practices that general accounting firms simply cannot match.

Partner-Level Attention

You can count on direct, ongoing contact with the engagement partner, ensuring top-level expertise, consistency, and accountability throughout every engagement.

Client-Driven Approach

We believe your institution's needs are unique. Our approach is client-driven, not product-driven, designing our services to fit your specific requirements and objectives.

Regional Expertise

Serving financial institutions throughout Texas and surrounding states, we understand the regional regulatory environment and market conditions that impact your business.

Executive Profiles

Robert L. Hamby, CPA

Partner

Robert is responsible for planning, supervising and managing various audit engagements for financial institutions. He has more than 15 years of public accounting experience and more than 12 years in the banking industry.

Prior to joining Hamby & Hengeli, Robert was a shareholder with Fortner, Bayens, Levkulich & Garrison, P.C. in Denver, Colorado, where he worked for 10 years serving the financial institution industry. Robert also served three years of active duty in the U.S. Army in Europe, three years of cadet service in the Kansas Army National Guard, and six years as a Finance Officer in the Kansas Army National Guard and U.S. Army Reserve.

Areas of Focus

  • Financial reporting — including opinion audits and directors' examinations
  • Internal controls — including internal audits, FDICIA and SOX 404 engagements
  • Risk assessment — including operational and management studies
  • Interest rate risk models
  • Income tax preparation and planning for community banks

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Emporia State University

Professional Affiliations

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • Audit committee member for the Boy Scouts of America – Texas Southwest Council
  • Member of the San Angelo Rotary Club

Lindsey M. Hengeli, CPA

Partner

Lindsey is a Certified Public Accountant and a Partner at Hamby & Hengeli, LLC. Since 2005, Lindsey has provided accounting, tax, and consulting services exclusively to financial institutions. She is responsible for designing and directing various audit and advisory engagements.

Prior to joining Hamby & Hengeli, Lindsey was an Audit Manager with Fortner, Bayens, Levkulich & Garrison, P.C. in Denver, Colorado, where she worked serving the financial institution industry. Lindsey also spent four years in the Internal Audit Department at National City Bank in Cleveland, OH, focusing on areas such as regulatory/SEC reporting, electronic funds transfers, securitizations, and the valuation of mortgage servicing rights.

Areas of Focus

  • Financial reporting — including opinion audits and directors' examinations
  • Internal controls — including internal audits, FDICIA and SOX 404 engagements
  • Risk assessment — including operational and management studies
  • Interest rate risk
  • Income tax preparation and planning for community banks

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Miami University (Oxford, OH)
  • Southwestern Graduate School of Banking, Class 58

Professional Affiliations

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • Institute of Internal Auditors

Ready to Work Together?

Contact us today to learn how our partners can bring direct, specialized expertise to your institution.

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