We know we’re pretty new to the UK market, but Hnry was actually founded in New Zealand back in 2017.
Since then, we’ve achieved some pretty remarkable milestones, including:
- raising almost £45 million in capital since 2018
- gaining tens of thousands of users across Australasia and the UK
- growing to the point where we now process 1% of NZ’s total tax take
- landing on Deloitte’s NZ Fast 50 list three years in a row (2023-2025)
- being named on Forbes Australia’s “Asia 100 To Watch 2025” list
- increasing staff count from five to 150+ in three different countries
… and we’re really just getting started!
Our recent Series C raise was led by NZ venture capital firm Movac, who have had their eye on investing in Hnry since co-founders Claire and James Fuller first launched the business.
“Movac has a strong track record in taking local companies global, so having them on board at this stage of our journey is incredibly powerful,” says James. “Our Australian market has grown sevenfold since 2020, with tens of thousands of sole traders using Hnry across every profession – tradies, NDIS workers, graphic designers and more.
“Independent data shows Hnry customers save 5 hours in admin time per week and 75% of the cost compared with those who use alternative solutions that require an accountant and add-on services to manage their tax and finances – and Hnry does it all in real time.”
Head of the UK Manasé Mtopa is excited for the capital injection, as it will be fantastic support for the fast-growing UK Team.
“We were always going to hit the ground running, but the uptake of Hnry in the UK is outpacing the initial growth phase of both New Zealand and Australia,” says Manasé. “Our team plays a vital role in making this happen, and we’re already looking ahead to hires we’ll make and the milestones we’ll hit in 2026.”
James says the Series C funding will support a wave of new innovation and product development across all markets.
“We’re just getting started. Sole traders don’t want to spend hours on admin or be stuck in accounting software each week; they want to grow their business and enjoy a better work–life balance. Hnry gives them that freedom. Our mission is to continue designing and delivering tools that make their lives easier in ways no one else in the accounting sector has achieved.”
About Hnry
Hnry is an award-winning tax app and service, designed specifically for freelancers and other sole traders. For just 1% +VAT of your self-employed income, capped at £600 +VAT annually, we calculate, deduct, and pay all your tax bits and bobs for you, including:
- Income tax
- VAT (if applicable)
- National Insurance contributions
- Student loan repayments (if applicable)
We also complete your Self Assessment tax return on your behalf, and we’re MTD-compliant. Plus through our app, you get access to unlimited invoices, unlimited quotes, and your expenses managed by our local team of tax experts.
Join Hnry, and never think about tax again!
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