Temp Tax Accountant - Africa

National Oilwell Varco, Inc.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Part time

Job summary

A global oil and gas services leader in Cape Town is seeking a temporary Tax Accountant. The role involves managing tax compliance across Africa and ensuring adherence to complex regulations in a multinational environment. The ideal candidate should have a BCom Degree, at least 5 years of tax accounting experience, and strong knowledge of direct and indirect taxation. Join a collaborative culture driven by innovation and excellence.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Exposure to diverse tax landscapes

Collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Tax Accounting and Tax Compliance.
• Exposure to tax in the African region is essential.
• Experience in a multinational group is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage corporate tax accounting and compliance across Africa.
• Review statutory tax returns for Corporate Income Tax, VAT, WHT, and Stamp Duty.
• Oversee quarterly and annual tax provision calculations for US GAAP reporting.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, SOX, and local statutory tax regulations.

Skills

Strong knowledge of direct and indirect taxation

Ability to interact effectively with finance teams

Excellent tax accounting and compliance skills

Strong attention to detail

Proactive and highly organized

Education

BCom Degree or similar (Tax specialization preferred)

Job description

Location: NOV, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description

We are seeking a temporary Tax Accountant to join our Finance team in Africa (Cape Town).

The role offers the opportunity to work across multiple jurisdictions, partner with international teams, and ensure compliance with complex tax regulations within a dynamic, multinational environment.

Why Join NOV?

As part of our worldwide tax team, you'll manage tax compliance and accounting across Africa, meeting local and international standards.

You'll gain exposure to diverse markets, collaborate with global experts, and be part of a company committed to innovation and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage corporate tax accounting and compliance across Africa.
• Review statutory tax returns, including Corporate Income Tax, VAT, WHT, and Stamp Duty.
• Oversee quarterly and annual tax provision calculations for US GAAP reporting (FIN48, FAS5).
• Review annual tax webforms for US GAAP reporting (TQFAS).
• Support SOX reporting and ensure robust tax control processes.
• Partner with local and central finance teams to strengthen tax-related internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, SOX, and local statutory tax regulations.
• Lead and maintain standardized balance sheet tax account reconciliation processes.
• Liaise with external tax service providers as needed.

Qualifications

BCom Degree or similar (Tax specialization preferred).

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Tax Accounting and Tax Compliance.
• Exposure to tax in the African region is essential.
• Experience in a multinational group is advantageous.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of direct and indirect taxation (Corporate Tax, VAT, WHT, Stamp Duty, etc.).
• Ability to interact effectively with finance teams across multiple countries.
• Excellent tax accounting and compliance skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Independent, proactive, and highly organized—ready to take initiative.

What We Offer

A chance to be part of a global leader in the oil and gas services industry.

Exposure to diverse tax landscapes across Africa.

Career growth within an innovative, multinational environment.

A collaborative culture where your expertise truly makes a difference.

About NOV

Every day, the oil and gas industry's best minds put more than years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success.

We power the industry that powers the world.

Across every region and area of drilling and production, our family of companies provides the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success—now and in the future.

We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work.

Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.

We anticipate our customers' needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget.