Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
The Legends AgencyRandburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Posted January 6, 2026
1500000 - 2000000 ZAR year
Full Time
About the Company
The Legends Agency is a premier Employer of Record (EOR) and recruitment partner that enables global businesses to build and manage high‑quality teams in South Africa. By handling payroll, compliance, benefits, and local employment complexities, the agency allows clients to focus on their core operations while ensuring cost‑effective and efficient workforce management. The company differentiates itself through tailored solutions that reduce salary and social premium expenses and by connecting clients with skilled, English‑speaking talent. With a commitment to excellence, The Legends Agency helps organizations expand into the region and drive success through legendary teams.
Job Description
We are seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to shape the financial future of a high-growth, innovation-driven start-up. As a senior finance leader, you will provide strategic financial leadership across the business and elevate the maturity, capability, and performance of the finance function.
Requirements
- 10+ years of progressive finance experience
- CA(SA) with at least 10 years of progressive finance experience
- Strong background in strategic financial management
- Deep understanding of IFRS, tax requirements, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
- Proficient in Pastel and highly skilled in Excel
- Adept at building, mentoring, and developing finance teams
- Strong analytical capability with proven ability to interpret and communicate financial data
- Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
- Highly organised, deadline-driven, accurate, and able to thrive under pressure
- Proactive, solutions-oriented, reliable, and committed to continuous improvement