Financial Controller

HEALIX; Cape Town; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Healix, a global health‑care focused group, seeks a Financial Controller to lead the international finance function from Cape Town or Esher. You will partner with senior leadership to turn complex financial data into actionable insights and strengthen governance across global entities.

Responsibilities include budgeting, multi‑currency cash flow, external audits, VAT/ GST compliance, and P11D submissions, while developing a high‑performing finance team.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong leadership in management accounting and financial control.
• Proven experience in high-growth or international environments.

Responsabilités

• Direct end-to-end financial operations and governance across global entities.
• Lead budgeting, rolling forecasting, and cash flow management in multiple currencies.
• Oversee external audits, VAT/ tax compliance, and statutory filings.
• Develop and coach the group finance team for high performance.
• Drive internal controls and financial process improvements aligned to FRS 102.

Connaissances

Leadership experience

FRS 102 knowledge

Tax/VAT compliance

ERP / accounting platforms

Financial modelling

Stakeholder management

Communication

Formation

ACCA/ACA/CIMA or equivalent

Outils

ERP systems

Description du poste

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.