Job Description

Location: Paarl, Western Cape
Type: Full-time (Hybrid Position work from home 12 days per week)
Start Date: December 2025 or February 2026
About Us
Provar is a private company that specialises in the independent evaluation of new cultivars and rootstocks. Our mission is to empower the South African deciduous fruit and table grape industries to be sustainably competitive by generating world-class research and insights to inform the strategic decision-making of all industry stakeholders. We provide standardised, objective, and transparent reports to a range of clients, including license holders, cultivar managers and breeders. These reports are based on ongoing data collection and evaluation at sites representative of South Africas main fruit-growing regions. In addition to our evaluation services, we contribute to scientific research projects that support long-term growth and innovation across the broader fruit value chain. To ensure efficient data capture and reporting, we make use of Culteva, our in-house developed mobile application.

• About the Role

This is a key new position at Provar. The successful candidate will assist the Financial Manager in maintaining the companys financial records and in providing management with reliable financial reporting that supports clear decision-making and sustainable growth. The role also includes providing administrative and operational support to ensure smooth and efficient business processes across the company.
Key Responsibilities
Bookkeeping and Processing
o Capture and file source documents with complete audit trails
o Process supplier invoices and reconcile supplier statements
o Issue monthly customer invoices according to work schedules
o Reconcile customer accounts and assist in collections
o Maintain the asset register and submit monthly journals for approval
o Assist in VAT submissions and working papers
o Assist in supporting schedules and working papers for financial statements and tax submissions
o Assist with CIPC compliance tasks (as directed)
o Maintain the general allocations for project specific expenses and income
Reporting & Administrative Support
o Provide admin support related to payroll and data capturing
o Support internal reporting through accurate and timely data input
o Draft annual client work schedules for review
o Assist with drafting quotations for clients
o Help the research team with budget preparation and project costing
Systems and Tools Youll Work With
Xero Accounting for financial processing
Microsoft Excel for data handling, budgeting, and reconciliation
Google Workspace for communication, file management, and collaboration
Requirements
Currently enrolled in or completed a financial tertiary degree
At least one years experience in a similar bookkeeping or accounting role
Beneficial
While not required, the following will be an advantage:
Familiarity with expense or document-capture tools such as Dext or Hubdoc
A valid drivers licence
An interest in registering with SAIPA, SAICA, or any other relevant body
Core Competencies
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Organised, proactive, and deadline-driven
Investigates reconciliation differences with a logical mindset
Maintains confidentiality
Demonstrates initiative, curiosity, and a willingness to learn and improve
Willingness to improve systems, and collaborate effectively in a team
What We Offer
A meaningful role with direct mentorship from the Financial Manager
First-hand exposure to practical financial concepts and project costing
A safe and supportive environment to learn, grow, and apply new skills
The opportunity to shape and grow into the role as the company evolves
An innovative and mission-driven workplace that values ideas and improvement
A collaborative team culture focused on impact, transparency, and personal development
How to Apply
Kindly apply to Marianne Rousseau at mwnti@iafrica.com till Wednesday, 03 December 2025.
Kindly accept that alternative decisions have been made should you not hear from us within 6 weeks. We will, however, keep your CV on record for further reference purposes.

Skills Required