Chief Financial Officer

SET Recruitment Consultants; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in Dubai, UAE, to join a pivotal role in the mining sector. Candidates should have over 15 years of financial management experience, including at least 10 years in the mining and metals industry, alongside a professional accounting qualification. The role emphasizes strong financial strategy, compliance, and international operations, particularly focused on Africa. Frequent travel is expected as part of the international growth strategy.

Qualifications

• 15+ years’ senior-level financial management experience, with at least 10 years in the mining & metals industry.
• Proven track record of working in Africa (North & West Africa strongly preferred).
• Strong understanding of mining operations, financing, management accounting, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all financial operations, including accounting, treasury, tax, and risk management.
• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business goals in the mining and metals sector.
• Ensure compliance with international financial reporting standards, regulatory frameworks, and local laws.

Skills

Financial management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory compliance

Education

CPA, CA, ACCA (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Mining Sector

Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Mining & Metals
Level: Senior Executive

Our client, a leading player in the global mining sector, is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to be based in Dubai. This pivotal leadership role requires a seasoned finance executive with extensive mining industry experience across Africa (preferably North and West Africa) to oversee financial strategy, compliance, and international operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all financial operations, including accounting, treasury, tax, and risk management.
• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business goals in the mining and metals sector.
• Oversee management accounting, project financing, and cost optimization for large-scale mining operations.
• Ensure compliance with international financial reporting standards, regulatory frameworks, and local laws.
• Manage financial systems, processes, and internal controls to drive efficiency and transparency.
• Partner with the executive team to support M&A activities, investment structuring, and capital raising.
• Provide financial insights to guide operational and strategic decision-making.
• Support international growth and expansion, with frequent travel across Africa and beyond.

Requirements

• 15+ years’ senior-level financial management experience, with at least 10 years in the mining & metals industry.
• Proven track record of working in Africa (North & West Africa strongly preferred).
• Professional accounting qualification required: CPA, CA, ACCA (or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of mining operations, financing, management accounting, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing multinational teams and cross-border financial structures.
• Willingness to travel internationally on a frequent basis.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Applications

Applications: [e-mail]
Closing date: 3 weeks from posting – only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.