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Chief Financial Officer
Job summary
A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in Dubai to oversee financial operations in the mining sector. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of financial management experience, with a strong background in mining and a proven track record in Africa. This leadership role is crucial for driving financial strategy and ensuring compliance with regulations. Applications can be sent to reinhardt@set.co.za.
Qualifications
- 15+ years of senior-level financial management experience.
- At least 10 years in the mining & metals industry.
- Proven track record of working in North & West Africa.
Responsibilities
- Manage all financial operations including accounting, treasury, tax, and risk management.
- Develop financial strategies aligned with business goals.
- Ensure compliance with international financial reporting standards.
Skills
Education
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.
- 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.
- 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 : reinhardt@set.co.za
Closing date : 3 weeks from posting – only shortlisted candidates will be
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