South Africa: Chief Financial Officer posted by SET Consulting

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.

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: *****@*****.co.za
? Closing date: 3 weeks from posting only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.