Financial Controller (Healthcare)

TL;DR

Financial Controller (Healthcare): Leading the finance function for a digital health company with an accent on financial reporting, controls, and strategic decision-making. Focus on optimizing month-end/year-end processes, managing cash flow, and partnering with senior leadership during a period of high growth.

Location: Hybrid London/Winnersh

Salary: £60K

Company

hirify.global is a leading digital health company specialising in cannabis-based medicines (CBPM) dedicated to improving patient access to safe and effective treatments.

What you will do

• Lead the day-to-day Finance function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Manage and develop a small high-performing finance team through coaching and direction.
• Own month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring robust controls and reporting standards.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, board reporting packs, and financial analysis.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management activities.
• Oversee VAT returns, statutory reporting, audits, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Previous experience as a Financial Controller or Finance Manager in a senior role.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with experience producing management and statutory accounts.
• Proven ability to partner with senior stakeholders and influence decision-making.
• Strong leadership skills and advanced Excel proficiency.
• Must be based in or able to work hybrid in London or Winnersh.

Nice to have

• Experience within healthcare, pharmacy, e-commerce, or regulated industries.
• Experience working in a start-up or scale-up environment.
• Experience using Xero and associated finance systems.
• Exposure to inventory, stock accounting, and multi-entity businesses.

Culture & Benefits

• Generous leave: 25 days holiday (rising to 30) plus 8 bank holidays.
• Pension matching up to 5% employer contributions.
• Flexibility: Work-from-home options and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Private healthcare and wellness support.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.