Group CFO (CA)

Job Title: Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Mining Industry
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Mining (Metals & Minerals / Precious Stones / Coal)
Salary: Up to AED 60,000 (Negotiable based on experience and industry exposure)
Notice Period: Up to 30 days
Applications: Open to overseas candidates
Preferred Industry Exposure: Africa (taxation and financial planning & analysis knowledge is a plus)

About the Role:

We are seeking an accomplished Group CFO (Chartered Accountant) to join a leading group of companies operating within the mining sector, with interests across metals, minerals, precious stones, and coal. The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of strategic financial leadership, mining industry expertise, and multinational exposure preferably within the African continent.

This is a pivotal leadership role based in Dubai, responsible for overseeing the financial health and strategy across the groups diverse operations, driving financial planning, risk management, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the groups financial strategy aligned with its long-term business goals.

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes (FP&A).

• Monitor performance and implement corrective measures to optimize financial outcomes.

• Manage cash flow, investments, and capital structuring to ensure financial health.

• Provide strategic input on mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.

• Lead financial reporting and ensure compliance with international standards and local regulations (including Africa-specific taxation).

• Coordinate with external auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team across geographies.

• Evaluate and manage financial risks, insurance coverage, and internal controls.

• Report to the Group CEO and advise the board on all financial matters.

Key Requirements:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with strong academic and professional credentials.

• Minimum 15 years of experience, with at least 5 in a senior finance leadership role (Group CFO / Finance Director level).

• Proven exposure to the mining industry (metals, minerals, precious stones, coal).

• Experience working across international markets, preferably with knowledge of African taxation and regulatory environments.

• Proficiency in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is highly desirable.