We are seeking enthusiastic professionals, with energy, who are result 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 FSP Manager – Southern Africa plays a critical role in managing and growing Optasia’s partnerships with financial institutions across designated markets in the Southern Africa region. This role ensures seamless integration, operational alignment, and strategic collaboration between Optasia and its Financial Services Provider (FSP) partners, primarily banks and like-minded financial services institutions.
What you will do
- Partnership Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned FSPs
- Build and maintain strong relationships with partner institutions
- Coordinate joint planning, performance reviews, and strategic alignment
- Operational Coordination
- Oversee day-to-day operations between Optasia and the FSP
- Ensure timely execution of commercial agreements and service-level commitments
- Monitor KPIs and resolve operational issues in collaboration with internal teams
- Project Implementation
- Lead onboarding and launch activities for new products or markets
- Coordinate cross-functional teams (legal, compliance, tech, product) to meet FSP requirements
- Track implementation timelines and ensure delivery against milestones
- Compliance & Documentation
- Support KYC, regulatory, and contractual documentation processes
- Ensure all partner activities comply with internal and external standards
- Reporting & Analysis
- Provide regular updates on partner performance and market dynamics
- Identify growth opportunities and recommend improvements to commercial model
What you will bring
- Strong liquidity and understanding of treasury management
- Previous experience as a Relationship manager in corporate or commercial banking is a plus
- Strong understanding of digital financial services, banking, or fintech ecosystems
- Excellent relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills
- Project management experience with cross-functional coordination
- Analytical mindset with ability to interpret performance data
Your key attributes
- Strong desire for exploring, evaluating and understanding in depth old and new technologies
- Passion for learning new technologies and eagerness to collaborate with other creative minds
- Excellent judgment, organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to hit tight deadlines and work under pressure and strict attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills and team working mentality
- Experience in working with secure code development guidelines and coding practices (i.e. OWASP, NIST)
Why you should apply
What we offer:
👟 Flexible remote working
💸 Competitive remuneration package
🏝 Extra day off on your birthday
💰 Performance-based bonus scheme
📲 💻 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
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.
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 centers, and intercompany transactions.
- Oversee cash flow management, working capital optimization, 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.
Since company’s inception, over a decade ago, we have grown to become a global leader in the Fintech fields, constantly expanding and adding new solutions, offerings, and untapped monetization opportunities for all our partners and clients.
The Administration Manager will oversee and coordinate all shared administrative and operational support functions within the regional Johannesburg office. This role acts as the single point of contact for People Operations, Facilities, Office Management, IT support coordination, and general administration, ensuring the smooth day-to-day functioning of the office and effective cross-functional collaboration. The position is central to enabling teams to perform at their best by providing structured, reliable, and proactive administrative support across the region.
What You Will Do
- Act as the primary point of contact for all regional office administrative and coordination needs across People Ops, Facilities, Office Management, and IT support.
- Serve as a first point of contact for employee queries, supporting engagement, wellbeing, basic conflict or disciplinary processes and other People Operations initiatives.
- Support the smooth onboarding of local new hires, acting like the local representative, offering guidance and ensuring support during their first days with the company.
- Oversee facilities management including maintenance, repairs, utilities, health and safety compliance, emergency procedures, and coordination with landlords and service providers.
- Manage office operations including supplies, vendors, service contracts, office layout, assets, and ensuring a clean, professional, and compliant workplace.
- Coordinate front-desk and reception activities including mail, deliveries, visitors, and general inquiries as required.
- Support leadership and teams with scheduling, meetings, events, logistics, and internal initiatives.
- Assist with audits, compliance checks, documentation, and data collection.
- Provide general administrative support across departments and act as a liaison to ensure smooth information flow
What You Will Bring
- 4+ years of experience in administration, office management, operations, or a similar cross-functional support role
- Proven experience supporting multiple functions such as HR/People Ops, Facilities, IT coordination, and Office Management
- Experience working in a regional office or multi-stakeholder environment
- Strong understanding of basic HR administration, facilities coordination, and office operations
- Demonstrated ability to manage vendors, contracts, and service providers
- Proficiency in common office systems, tools, and documentation processes
Your Key Attributes
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Proactive, adaptable, and solution-oriented
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work across teams
- Calm, professional, and reliable under pressure
- Service-oriented mindset with a high level of accountability
Why you should apply
What we offer:
💸 Competitive remuneration package
🏝 Extra day off on your birthday
💰 Performance-based bonus scheme
📲 💻 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
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.