ABOUT THE ROLE 

• As the Head of Finance at HyperionDev you will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company. 
• In this role you will take ownership of financial & investment planning and will oversee our financial planning and budgeting, report and present results to our investors, and ensure financial controls to support the optimal deployment of funds. Furthermore, you will lead the Finance team with regards to all financial reporting and analysis of the business, reporting to the Board, preparations of financials for management or audit, budgeting and forecast modelling, supporting compliance, cost analysis and management, tax management, and managing payments to suppliers. 
• You will also provide the CEO strategic support in fundraising, investor meetings, and investment due diligence.
• The team is supported by an external accounting firm/specialist where needed, and a Wellness division assisting with payroll and budgeting to ensure that the internal systems of a high-growth tech support scale. 
• This is a unique opportunity to join one of the largest education technology startups in Africa and directly support our management team is key decision making. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducting risk management assessments and implementing relevant plans and controls to mitigate risk
• Managing the Finance Team to ensure smooth running
• Delegating financial tasks and accounting activities within the finance team
• Managing accounting teams and the finance department/ensuring smooth running
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and ensuring team members comply with regulations
• Establishing secure procedures
• Establishing and rollout out secure procedures
• Manage  financial budgeting, planning, and reporting across the business and all product lines
• Manage relationships with existing shareholders and investors, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements, EIS requirements and ensuring high shareholder engagement
• Identify areas for cost operation and treasury management to maximise the resources of the business, including tax and R&D strategy

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum

• At least 4 years of management accounting experience
• At least 4 years of experience leading an internal finance team overseeing payroll, reporting and the like 
• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in finance and accounting 
• Experience working in a fast moving, fast growing organisation
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• High level of planning and organisation skills
• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information

Preferred 

• At least 2 years of experience in tech scaleup fundraising on a debt, equity, or secondaries basis either as part of team raising substantial capital (>£5mil + ) or leading such a team or function Experience in exchange control regulations and the South African Reserve Bank
• Experience and understanding of South African VAT and compliance regulations 
• At least 2 years of experience working in tax law and/or equivalent experience in advising on corporation tax structuring and compliance with HMRC tax regulations in international group structures