Optix Africa
Job Details
📌 Job Title: Financial Accountant
🏢 Company: Optix Africa
📍 Location: Benoni
💼 Job Type: Permanent – Normal
🧾 Department: Finance
👥 Number of Positions: 1
📅 Closing Date: 14 May 2026
📖 Reference Number: OPT260507-2
🌍 Industry: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain & Technology
Company Overview
Optix Africa is a leading South African fleet risk management and telematics company focused on improving road safety, driver accountability, and operational efficiency through technology-driven solutions.
The company uses advanced telematics, video event recording systems, predictive analytics, and behavioural data to help fleet operators identify risks, improve driver behaviour, and manage fleet performance in real time. Operating within the transportation and logistics industry, Optix Africa supports businesses with innovative risk management solutions designed to ensure drivers and fleet operators arrive “Safely Home.”
Headquartered in Benoni, the company has grown into an established organisation employing between 201 and 500 professionals across various operational, technical, and corporate functions.
Job Overview
Optix Africa is seeking a highly detail-oriented and technically strong Financial Accountant to join its Finance team in Benoni, Gauteng. The successful candidate will be responsible for executing core accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, compliance, and month-end accounting activities across several entities within the Optix Group.
The role supports entities including InstallerNet SA, Optix Europe, and SingRisk, while also contributing to the financial accounting requirements of the Australian business operations. Reporting directly to the Group Financial Manager, the Financial Accountant will play a critical role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting statutory compliance, and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting across the group structure.
This position is ideal for finance professionals who enjoy technical accounting, reconciliations, ERP systems, and working within a multi-entity or international finance environment.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Maintain the general ledger and execute monthly accounting processes
- Prepare and post accruals, prepayments, provisions, and journal entries
- Ensure accurate month-end and year-end financial close procedures
- Support preparation of management accounts and consolidated reporting
- Assist with board packs and financial reporting submissions
Reconciliations & Compliance
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations including:
- Bank reconciliations
- Intercompany reconciliations
- Control account reconciliations
- Ensure accounting records comply with IFRS standards
- Support VAT submissions and tax compliance processes
- Assist with statutory reporting and Companies Act compliance
Audit & Governance
- Prepare audit working papers and supporting documentation
- Liaise with external auditors during audit cycles
- Maintain accurate financial records and supporting schedules
- Support internal controls and financial governance frameworks
ERP Systems & Process Improvement
- Operate and maintain financial information within NetSuite ERP
- Extract and analyse financial data for reporting purposes
- Identify process improvement opportunities within finance operations
- Contribute to systems optimisation and reporting enhancements
Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Support supplier reconciliations and payment processes
- Monitor customer ageing and receivables reporting
- Assist with intercompany accounting transactions
- Maintain fixed asset registers and related schedules
Minimum Requirements
Education
🎓 Matric / Grade 12 Certificate
🎓 Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Essential)
Advantageous Qualifications
- SAICA Articles / CA(SA)
- CIMA
- ACCA
- SAIPA (PA(SA))
- Postgraduate qualification in Finance, Accounting, or Taxation
Experience Requirements
✔ Minimum 4–6 years’ experience in a Financial Accounting role
✔ Experience with full month-end close processes
✔ Strong general ledger and reconciliation experience
✔ Experience with VAT and tax compliance
✔ Exposure to audit preparation and external auditors
✔ ERP system experience essential (NetSuite preferred)
✔ Multi-entity or group accounting experience advantageous
✔ International accounting exposure advantageous
Why Join Optix Africa?
Working at Optix Africa offers the opportunity to join a growing technology and logistics-focused organisation where finance professionals contribute directly to operational excellence and strategic decision-making.
Employees benefit from:
- Exposure to international group accounting
- ERP and systems-driven finance environments
- Professional development opportunities
- Collaborative team culture
- Innovative and technology-focused operations
- A purpose-driven organisation focused on safety and accountability
CV Tips for Applicants
To improve your chances of success:
- Highlight ERP systems experience, especially NetSuite
- Include reconciliation and month-end reporting experience
- Mention VAT, tax, and audit exposure clearly
- Showcase Excel proficiency with examples
- Emphasise multi-entity or international accounting exposure
- Quantify achievements where possible
Company Policy
Optix Africa is committed to maintaining a professional, ethical, and inclusive workplace environment. The company promotes accountability, integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement across all business operations.
To apply for this job please visit optix.erecruit.co.
