About us

Upscale Funds Management (UFM) is a fund manager that buys farmland at agricultural prices and turns it into higher value income streams that few can access.

UFM and its associated companies:

- Started in 2016, with more than a decade pioneering a new way of land management
- Have a demonstrated track record of high performance and returns
- Are growing fast, currently with 7 funds with $80m under management
- Own 17 properties across 77,000ha in Queensland

- Employ 18 staff
- Have 100 wholesale repeat investors
- Is one of the largest developers of biodiversity offsets in Australia
- Has its own Australian Financial Services License
- Also operate Upscale Carbon, a carbon farming agent, and Upscale Offsets, a biodiversity offset broker, both helping landholders develop their own natural capital
- Has offices in Toowoomba and Chinchilla

We are a family oriented, value-driven company and cultural alignment with staff and stakeholders are not just words. It is what we believe and how we behave. These values include:
- Authenticity: country style integrity, humility, we look you in the eye when we shake your hand, our word is important
- Hunger: eager to learn, pioneer, do great things
- Resilience: bounce back positively after the inevitable 2 steps forward and one back, jumping hurdles is what we do
- Accountability: we deliver on promises, accept responsibility, believe that investor’s money is more key than our own

For further information, see www.upscalefarmlandfunds.com.au and www.koalafarmlandfund.com.au

About the role

We are seeking an Experienced Bookkeeper to join our dynamic team at Upscale Funds Management in Toowoomba, QLD. This is a part-time position that offers a fantastic opportunity to utilise your bookkeeping expertise in a growing organisation. As an Experienced Bookkeeper,



you will play a vital role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the operational efficiency of our accounting functions.

Your meticulous attention to detail and strong organisational skills will directly contribute to the financial health and compliance of our clients and organisation.

What you'll be doing

Tasks may vary depending on skills and experience.

The primary accountabilities for the role will be:

1. Coding and AP/AR management for multiple entities
2. Calculation of and preparation of workpapers for inter-entity transactions, invoicing, and adjustments as required
3. Assistance with preparation and management of compliance documents
4. Assistance with other administrative tasks as and when the need arises

With progression to
1. Assisting financial controller with end of month and quarter finalisations within defined timeframes

2. Preparation of quarterly BAS
3. Preparation of workpapers for end of period adjustments
4. Assistance with investor communications and maintenance of investor details

What we're looking for While it is preferred that candidates have an accounting or equivalent degree, experience is also valued. As an agile business we are able to match the tasks of the role with the capability of the right applicant. Experience with Xero and Microsoft Excel is essential.

The ideal characteristics of the role are:

1. Strong attention to detail: completes the little things,



checks and takes responsibility for own work, and doesn’t cut corners
2. Drive & initiative: high energy, focused on delivery, self-motivated, enthusiastic and positive
3. A learner: enthusiasm to take on new tasks and work outside comfort zone
4. Accountable: trustworthy, takes responsibility, adaptable, gets the job done without having to follow up
5. Maturity & common sense – self-aware, little ego, accepting conflict & that not everything goes to plan, being discreet, mature enough to ask questions if you don’t know the answers

What we offer HOURS: Part-time, but hours negotiable. Our ideal candidate would be available 830am – 3pm Monday, and 9am to 3pm Tuesday to Friday.

LOCATION: This role can be performed from either Toowoomba or Chinchilla.

REMUNERATION: Is set out as:

SALARY: $80,000 - $90,000 salary package (FTE equivalent including super), depending on experience, plus an annual performance bonus of up to 10%.

LEAVE: Leave is 5 weeks p.a (FTE). It is expected that approximately 3 weeks leave will be taken from Christmas to mid-January when the office is closed.

Other benefits that may be of value to you include potential flexible work arrangements, a positive environment with no politics and exposure to endless continuous learning opportunities. There is potential for equity incentives in time, for the right candidate.

Apply now

If you are an experienced bookkeeper looking for your next opportunity with a growing firm, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume, a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience, and the names of two professional references. Join Upscale Funds Management and contribute to our continued success in the financial services industry.

📌 Experianced Bookkeeper (Toowoomba)
🏢 Upscale Funds Management
📍 Toowoomba