Financial Controller

Healix International; Esher; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Healix is seeking a commercial, strategic Financial Controller to champion financial health and governance across its international business. You will lead an accomplished finance team and partner with senior leadership to turn complex data into actionable insights for executive decisions.

The role supports Esher, UK or Cape Town, SA, and emphasizes governance, planning, and cross-border finance leadership to drive sustained growth.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent.
• Proven leadership experience across management accounting and financial control.
• Strong knowledge of FRS 102, statutory reporting, and VAT/corporate tax compliance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management, able to influence across levels.

Responsibilities

• Direct end-to-end financial operations and governance for global entities.
• Lead group finance team and drive continuous professional growth.
• Oversee cash flow, working capital, and multi-currency liquidity.
• Deliver monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and executive commentary.
• Drive budgeting and rolling forecasting with department leaders.
• Lead external audits, statutory filings, and international tax compliance.
• Champion internal controls aligned with FRS 102 standards.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Financial modelling

ERP systems

Stakeholder management

FRS 102

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA or equivalent

Job description

Financial Controller

Financial Controller

At Healix, our mission starts with putting people first. We are seeking a commercial, strategic, and meticulous Financial Controller to champion the financial health, governance, and sustained growth of our international business. Leading an accomplished finance team, you will act as a key business partner to senior leadership, transforming complex financial data into actionable insights that guide executive decisions. We are looking to recruit for this role either in Esher, UK, or Cape Town, SA.

What we're looking for

Essential

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent international qualification).

• Substantial leadership experience across management accounting and financial control within a high-growth or international environment.

• Proven track record of empowering, coaching, and developing high-performing finance professionals.

• Deep expertise in FRS 102, statutory reporting, and corporate tax/VAT compliance.

• Strong technical aptitude with advanced financial modelling skills and modern ERP/accounting platforms.

• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills, with the credibility to influence across all levels.

Desirable

• Experience navigating multi-entity group structures and cross-border currency exposure.

• Knowledge of global reward schemes, international tax compliance, and overseas operations.

Why join Healix?

We believe our people are our greatest strength. Guided by our core values—Put People First, Think Independently, and Earn Trust—we foster an inclusive environment where fresh perspectives thrive. You will gain wide exposure across our global operations, influence strategic business decisions, and enjoy continuous professional development.

About the role

As Financial Controller, you will direct end-to-end financial operations, enhance governance frameworks, and spearhead financial planning across our global entities.

• Inspire and develop the group finance team, fostering a culture of operational excellence and continuous professional growth.

• Oversee group cash flow management, working capital, and multi-currency liquidity to maximise operational efficiency.

• Deliver monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and strategic commentaries for the Executive Leadership Team.

• Drive the annual budgeting and rolling forecasting cycles in close collaboration with departmental leaders.

• Lead external audit cycles, statutory filings, and international tax compliance including VAT/GST, transfer pricing, and P11D submissions.

• Champion best-in-class internal controls, streamlining financial processes and ensuring alignment with FRS 102 standards.

• Partner with People and Operations teams on international benefits, pensions, and reward structures.

About the company

All around the world, Healix safeguards people's health and wellbeing.

Required Criteria

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant experience in a Financial Controller, Financial Control or senior Management Accounts role.
• Strong technical accounting expertise, including in-depth knowledge of FRS 102, statutory accounts preparation, VAT compliance, audits and financial controls.
• Proven people management experience, with the ability to lead, develop and motivate a finance team while effectively partnering with stakeholders across the business.

Desired Criteria

• Experience working within a multi-entity and/or international group environment, including foreign currency transactions and overseas reporting requirements.
• Experience leading budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management processes in a growing or complex organisation.

Skills you’ll need