Head of Finance
The Legends AgencyCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Posted January 23, 2026
800000 - 1100000 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
Head of Finance role driving financial leadership in a growing renewable energy and infrastructure portfolio. The role oversees financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and investor-related financial requirements. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of post-qualification experience in senior financial leadership and is qualified as CA(SA) or CIMA.
Requirements
- 8+ years post-qualification experience in senior financial leadership
- CA(SA) or CIMA qualification
- Strong expertise in financial reporting, data analysis, and financial systems
- Proven experience implementing or improving automated reporting systems
- Strong financial modelling skills and advanced Microsoft Excel capability
- High ethical standards and strong fiduciary mindset
- Experience in corporate finance and/or project finance
- Experience with Xero and Fathom is advantageous
Benefits
- Senior leadership role within a growing renewable energy and infrastructure portfolio
- Direct exposure to Board-level decision-making and investor engagement
- Opportunity to shape financial systems, governance, and strategy during a critical growth phase