Chief Financial Officer

About the Role

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.

Key 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 :

Closing date : 3 weeks from posting - only shortlisted candidates will be