Instructor of Accounting
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Job Title
Instructor of AccountingAgency
West Texas A&M UniversityDepartment
Accounting Economics & FinanceProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Canyon TexasJob Type
FacultyJob Description
NOTICE - All posted positions are subject to budget approval.
Job Summary:
The Accounting Instructor position involves teaching undergraduate and/or graduate accounting courses providing students with a comprehensive understanding of key accounting principles and practices. The instructor will be responsible for preparing and delivering engaging lectures developing course materials assessing student performance and fostering a positive learning addition to teaching the role includes participating in departmental service activities maintaining professional development and engaging in scholarly or applied research consistent with academic standards. The successful candidate will contribute to curriculum development and help prepare students for careers in accounting by combining strong academic knowledge with practical real-world insights. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students educational journeys while advancing ones own professional growth in a collaborative academic setting.
Work Performed:
The Accounting Instructor will be required to teach four accounting courses per semester which may include introductory through advanced-level courses. Instruction may be delivered in a variety of formats including in-person and online depending on departmental needs. The faculty member is expected to deliver high-quality student-centered instruction that supports academic success and engagement.
In addition to teaching responsibilities the instructor will participate in service activities at the department college and university levels. This includes contributing to curriculum development serving on committees supporting student organizations and engaging in activities that advance the mission of the department and the broader academic community.
The instructor will also be expected to maintain ongoing professional development and engagement in research or scholarly activities consistent with AACSB. This may include contributions to practice pedagogical scholarship or applied research that supports instructional effectiveness and remains current with the evolving demands of the accounting profession.
Necessary Qualifications:
To be considered for the position of Accounting Instructor applicants must hold at least a masters degree in accounting Finance or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
An active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license in good standing is preferred for all applicants. This ensures candidates bring a strong foundation in professional standards and ethics relevant to the discipline.
Applicants must also demonstrate significant and relevant professional experience in the field of accounting. This experience may include work in public accounting corporate finance auditing taxation or financial reporting. Candidates should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills and be able to convey complex accounting concepts to students effectively. Familiarity with instructional technology curriculum development and both in-person and online teaching formats is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred qualifications include a masters degree in accounting from an accredited institution demonstrating a strong academic foundation in the discipline. Additional preference will be given to candidates who hold an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license reflecting a recognized standard of professional competence and expertise in the field. Candidates with a combination of academic preparation and professional certification will be best positioned to contribute effectively to both the instructional and applied aspects of the accounting curriculum.
Applicant Instructions:
We require the following:
- Letter of interest or cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Portfolio of creative work (where applicable)
- Personal statement to include philosophy and plans for research teaching and service as applicable
- Samples of unpublished works or works in progress (where applicable)
- Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts are expected to be submitted promptly by the successful candidate)
- Three professional references
Please attach all documents in the attachment box at the bottom of the My Experience page before continuing through the application. Please use the Upload button to add each document individually. All revisions must be made prior to application submission. If you need assistance with uploading documents please contact WTAMU Human Resources at .
Texas law requires that males age 18 through 25 be properly registered with the Selective Service System in order to be eligible for employment.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
The A&M System strives to maintain a competitive high-quality benefit package to support the health and wellness needs of our workforce. This includes comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans additional health and lifestyle programs and optional retirement savings opportunities. Eligible employees will have access to paid leave programs in addition to 13-15 paid holidays each year. For more information regarding the benefit package go to: West Texas A&M University: Human Resources Benefits
All applicants must attest they are not employed by and do not have any connection or continuous connections to any government entity or political apparatus of a country listed in 15 C.F.R. 791.4.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Employment Type
Full-Time
