Job Description

Team:

Finance, Operations

Location:

Paddington, London (office-based)

Employment status:

Full-time

Reporting to:

Chief Operating Officer

Working week:

Monday-Friday

Salary:

up to 90,000 DOE

About Hyperlayer

Hyperlayer is a B2B product company, building a platform to revolutionise the world of payments. Hyperlayer transforms digital wallets into smart wallets that change the way people, and businesses, spend money. Wallets powered by Hyperlayer let consumers withdraw money from multiple accounts with a single tap, for a specific purpose.





Our platform enables capabilities such as connecting specific accounts with targeted brand spending, it gives merchants and customers access to cutting-edge rewards, and since spending is social, Hyperlayer supports group saving, sharing and spending. All in one platform.





Hyperlayer is working with large retailers and financial institutions. Our product introduces innovation to these industries to create solutions: helping consumers, families, and groups improve their financial wellbeing by making their money go further. Aside from our large institutional clients, Hyperlayer also powers the award-wining consumer wallet, HyperJar.

About the role:

This is a foundational finance leadership role with both operational responsibility and strategic importance. You'll be our first in-house senior finance hire and will play a critical part in ensuring we have strong financial controls, a clear path through our fundraising journey, and the internal visibility needed to make great decisions.





While we outsource our bookkeeping and transactional finance to a third-party provider, you'll be responsible for overseeing that relationship and making sure the systems, processes, and reporting are rock solid. As the business scales, you'll need to build a high-performing in-house finance team.





You'll also work closely with our C-suite on visionary projects, financial planning, and the long-term growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Business as Usual

Own all aspects of financial control, reporting, and forecasting. Manage the Finance Manager / outsourced bookkeeping and accounting providers; ensure timely, accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close. Manage cash flow and working capital. Perform financial monitoring and reconciliations related to our B2C prepaid card product, including transaction-level checks and reconciliation between card processors and accounting records. Ensure a clear understanding of interchange fee structures and how they impact financial performance and reporting. Ensure tax compliance (corporation tax, VAT, PAYE, etc.) and manage filings, working with external advisors where needed. Build and continuously improve finance processes, policies, and internal controls. Prepare monthly/quarterly reporting packs for internal stakeholders and board.

Fundraising Support

Support the C-suite in financial modelling and planning for future fundraising rounds. Assist in maintaining investor-ready financial models Prepare due diligence materials and liaise with external parties during funding processes.

Reporting & Strategic Support

Produce clear, concise board packs and reporting materials for C-suite and investors. Own ad hoc reporting and financial analysis for shareholders and senior stakeholders. Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes, maintaining rolling financial forecasts. Partner with department leads to track spend vs budget and provide actionable insights. Support scenario modelling and business case development for new initiatives or investments.

You should apply if you are/have:

A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) (3-5 years PQE). A strong technical accounting and financial control background. Familiarity with B2C card products, payment processors, and the mechanics of interchange fees. Experience managing third-party finance providers or small internal teams. A solid understanding of UK tax and compliance obligations. US and Hong Kong tax knowledge would be a bonus. Proven experience supporting fundraising processes (Series A+ preferred). Excellent communication skills - able to explain financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders across all levels. Self-starter with high attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

How to apply

Please click on the 'Apply' button, you will be asked to provide an updated CV and answer some questions. For further information about this vacancy, you can contact us at: recruitment@hyperlayer.com.





We will not be offering UK work visa sponsorship for these roles. Candidates will need an existing non-sponsored right to work in the UK.

Working at Hyperlayer

At Hyperlayer we are proud of our in-office culture. It makes a real difference to the working atmosphere and maximises collaboration in and across teams. This is critical to how we work and learn. Also, we think it makes for a great workplace!





We value our team and are proud to offer some great benefits:


A performance-based employee bonus scheme. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, a day off on your birthday, and an additional day per year of tenure to a maximum of 30. Critical illness and life insurance cover. AXA PPP Health Insurance, including gym offers. Cycle-to-work scheme. Referral bonus scheme.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion

Hyperlayer's mission is to make a positive impact on people's lives, making it easier for everyone to manage their money.



Hyperlayer's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is a key part of this; it helps us better serve our customers, employees, and business partners from every background.



We are constantly learning and striving to do better, and we expect all staff to actively take part in this process.

Data Privacy

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