Chief Financial Officer - Mining Sector

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 4,000,000 - 8,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very competitive base salary

Performance bonuses and equity options

Executive medical aid and pension

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Chief Financial Officer for a major mining group near Upington, Northern Cape. The role entails overseeing all financial operations, strategic planning, and capital management, reporting to the CEO and Board.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in senior financial leadership within mining or heavy industry, with strong IFRS, treasury, and investor relations experience. MBA preferred, CA(SA)/CPA mandatory.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration (MBA preferred).
• Professional certification such as CA(SA), CPA, or equivalent is mandatory.
• 15+ years in senior financial leadership roles, with mining/heavy industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, corporate finance, and treasury operations.
• Experience managing international financial structures and operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies to support growth in mining.
• Oversee accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and treasury management.
• Manage investor relations and communicate financial performance to the CEO and Board.
• Provide strategic financial guidance to support decision-making by leadership.
• Lead and develop finance and accounting teams for high performance.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Investor relations

IFRS knowledge

Treasury operations

Capital raising

Financial planning

Financial reporting

Education

MBA (preferred)

CA(SA) or CPA

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major diversified mining group with significant operations in the Northern Cape, is seeking a strategic and highly accomplished Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join their executive leadership team. Based near Upington, Northern Cape, this pivotal role is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, strategic financial planning, and capital management for the group's extensive mining portfolio. The CFO will play a critical role in driving financial performance, managing investor relations, and ensuring the long-term financial health and growth of the company. This is an executive-level opportunity for a seasoned finance leader with a proven track record in the mining or heavy industry sector. The role demands exceptional financial acumen, strategic foresight, and strong leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies to support the company's growth objectives in the mining sector, near Upington, Northern Cape.


• Oversee all financial aspects including accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and treasury management.


• Manage investor relations, communicate financial performance, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.


• Provide strategic financial guidance and analysis to the CEO and Board of Directors to support decision-making.


• Lead and develop the finance and accounting teams, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.


• Manage capital structure, debt financing, and equity issuances to support operational and expansion needs.


• Oversee risk management processes, including financial, operational, and compliance risks.


• Analyze market trends and economic conditions to identify financial opportunities and potential risks.


• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of all financial statements and reporting.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration (MBA preferred).


• Professional certification such as CA(SA), CPA, or equivalent is mandatory.


• A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in senior financial leadership roles, with substantial experience in the mining or heavy industrial sector.


• Demonstrated success in financial strategy development, capital raising, and investor relations.


• In-depth knowledge of financial accounting standards (IFRS), corporate finance, and treasury operations.


• Experience managing complex financial structures and international operations.


• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.


• Proven ability to manage and develop high-performing finance teams.


• Strong understanding of the South African financial and regulatory landscape.

Benefits

• This executive position offers an unparalleled compensation package, including a highly competitive base salary, significant performance-based bonuses, and substantial long-term incentives, including equity options.


• Comprehensive executive medical aid, a generous pension fund, and extensive professional development opportunities are provided.


• The CFO will have a direct impact on the strategic direction and financial success of a leading mining group in South Africa, with significant opportunities for career advancement and influence.


• Join a dynamic leadership team committed to driving value and sustainable growth in the mining industry.