Chief Financial Officer

SET Recruitment Consultants; Dubai; On-site; AED 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for a mining company based in Dubai. This role demands over 15 years of financial management experience in the mining sector, particularly within Africa. Key responsibilities include overseeing financial operations, developing strategies, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate will have a professional accounting qualification and strong leadership skills. Frequent international travel is required.

Qualifications

• 15+ years’ senior-level financial management experience.
• 10 years in the mining & metals industry.
• Experience managing multinational teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all financial operations.
• Develop and implement financial strategies.
• Ensure compliance with international financial reporting standards.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Strategy Development

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

CPA, CA, ACCA (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Mining Sector

Location: Dubai, UAE

Industry: Mining & Metals

Level: Senior Executive

About the Role: 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.

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).

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