Financial Controller, Fintech

Optasia; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial technology platform is seeking a Financial Controller in Johannesburg to lead financial reporting and ensure compliance with JSE regulations. The ideal candidate will have a professional finance qualification, at least 3 years of managerial experience, and a strong understanding of South African financial compliance. This role offers a competitive remuneration package and various perks including comprehensive healthcare and additional leave on your birthday.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Extra day off on your birthday

Performance-based bonus scheme

Comprehensive private healthcare insurance

All necessary tech gear provided

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in finance (ACCA, ACA, or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years of managerial experience in a listed entity.
• Strong understanding of South African statutory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of financial statements per IFRS and JSE regulations.
• Lead annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts.
• Implement and monitor internal controls to mitigate financial risks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical rigor

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Education

ACCA, ACA or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Advanced Excel skills

Job description

Optasia is a fully enabled B2B2X financial technology platform covering scoring, financial decisioning, disbursement and collection. We are committed to enabling financial inclusion for all. We are changing the world our way.

We are seeking enthusiastic professionals, with energy, who are results driven and have can‑do attitude, who want to be part of a team of likeminded individuals who deliver solutions in an innovative and exciting environment. The Financial Controller will lead the financial reporting and control function for the South African entity, ensuring full compliance with JSE listing requirements, IFRS standards, and internal governance policies. This role is pivotal in supporting strategic decision‑making, maintaining financial integrity, and driving operational efficiency across the business.

What You Will Do

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS and JSE regulations
• Ensure timely submission of financial disclosures, circulars, and pre‑listing statements as required by the JSE
• Coordinate external audits and liaise with auditors, regulators, and internal stakeholders

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts
• Monitor actuals vs. budget and provide variance analysis with actionable insights

Operational Finance

• Manage the general ledger, cost centres, and intercompany transactions
• Oversee cash flow management, working capital optimisation, and treasury operations

Risk & Controls

• Implement and monitor internal controls to mitigate financial risks
• Maintain a risk schedule for provisions and balance sheet items

Strategic Support

• Provide financial analysis to support investment decisions, M&A activity, and board‑level reporting
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align financial strategy with business objectives

What You Will Bring

• Professional qualification: ACCA, ACA, or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of managerial experience in a listed entity in Johannesburg
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Strong understanding of South African statutory compliance, JSE listing requirements, and IFRS
• Experience with financial systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced Excel skills

Your key attributes

• High attention to detail and analytical rigor
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Ethical, proactive, and solution‑oriented mindset

Why you should apply

What we offer:

• 💸 Competitive remuneration package
• 🏝 Extra day off on your birthday
• 💰 Performance‑based bonus scheme
• 👩🏽⚕️ Comprehensive private healthcare insurance
• 📲 💻 All the tech gear you need to work smart

Optasia's Perks:

• 🎌 Be a part of a multicultural working environment
• 🎯 Meet a very unique and promising business and industry
• 🌌 🌠 Gain insights for tomorrow market's foreground
• 🎓 A solid career path within our working family is ready for you
• 📚 Continuous training and access to online training platforms
• 🥳 CSR activities and festive events within any possible occasion

Optasia's Values

• #1 Drive to Thrive: Fully dedicated to evolving. We welcome all challenges and learning opportunities.
• #2 Customer‑First Mindset: We go above and beyond to meet our partners' and clients' expectations.
• #3 Bridge the Gap: Knowledge is shared, information is exchanged and every opinion counts.
• #4 Go‑Getter Spirit: We are results oriented. We identify any shortcomings that hold us back and step up to do what’s needed.
• #5 Together we will do it: We are committed to supporting one another and to understanding and respecting different perspectives, as we aim to reach our common goals.