Group Chief Financial Officer

Caliberly - Recruitment Agency; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Group Chief Financial Officer for a mining and metals portfolio. This strategic role focuses on financial governance, corporate finance, risk management, and stakeholder relations. Candidates should possess a Master's degree and CA/CFA qualifications, along with over 15 years of experience within mining or capital-intensive sectors. The position offers an opportunity to lead a high-performing finance team and ensure financial efficiency across operations.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in mining, resources, or capital-intensive sectors.
• Expertise in project finance, financial modeling, and IFRS compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy aligned with growth and investment objectives.
• Manage financing structures and relationships with banks.
• Ensure robust audit practices and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Financial strategy development

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Financial modeling

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

CFA / CA qualification

Job description

Role: Group Chief Financial Officer (Group CFO) – Mining & Metals Portfolio

Location: Dubai, UAE (with travel across Africa)

Salary: Up to AED 60, (Negotiable)

Experience: Minimum 15+ Years (within mining, resources, or capital-intensive sectors in Africa or emerging markets)

Qualification: CA / CFA required

The Group CFO will lead the financial strategy, governance, and performance of a diversified mining and metals portfolio. This role oversees corporate finance, planning & analysis, treasury, capital allocation, risk management, commercial negotiations, and stakeholder reporting. As a key advisor to the CEO and Board, the Group CFO ensures disciplined growth, profitability, and long‑term value creation.

Key Responsibilities: Strategic & Financial Leadership

• Lead long‑term financial strategy aligned with growth and investment objectives.
• Develop financial models for capital deployment, M&A, and project evaluation.
• Drive portfolio profitability and capital efficiency.

Corporate Finance & Treasury

• Manage financing structures (debt, equity, DFIs, offtake‑linked).
• Lead treasury, liquidity, FX management, and cash flow.
• Maintain strong relationships with banks and financial partners.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Support operations in cost optimization and margin improvement.
• Implement financial controls, systems, and governance across regions.

Commercial & Contract Management

• Lead negotiations for offtake, suppliers, and major contractors.
• Ensure financial discipline in procurement and commercial agreements.
• Mitigate contract and commercial risks.

Governance, Compliance & Risk

• Ensure robust audit practices, IFRS compliance, and tax governance.
• Monitor financial, operational, political, and regulatory risks.

Stakeholder & Investor Relations

• Provide transparent reporting to investors, board members, and regulators.
• Represent the organization in investor meetings and financing discussions.
• Support ESG‑linked financing initiatives where relevant.

Leadership

• Build and mentor a high‑performing finance team.
• Strengthen financial capability at site and corporate levels.
• Promote accountability, ethical culture, and strong business partnering.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA preferred).
• Expertise in project finance, financial modelling, IFRS, governance, M&A, and risk frameworks.

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: CEO & Board
• Direct Reports: Controllers, FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Commercial Finance, Investor Relations
• Stakeholders: Investors, lenders, regulators, auditors, site leadership, executive team

Seniority Level: Director | Employment Type: Full‑time | Job Function: Finance, Accounting / Auditing, and Management | Industries: Mining, Oil, Gas, and Mining, and Investment Management