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.

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