Lecturer in Accounting

Marcus Oldham College; Geelong; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Employee Assistance Program

Daily lunch

Job summary

Marcus Oldham College on the Geelong (Waurn Ponds) Campus seeks a full-time Lecturer in Accounting to deliver core accounting content from the start of the 2027 academic year. The role emphasises linking classroom learning with practical, case-based and industry-informed teaching, in a program grounded in system-thinking.

A Bachelor’s degree is essential; Master’s and Teaching Qualification preferred. Candidates with accounting or finance experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (essential).
• Experience in accounting/finance.
• High level computer skills with emphasis on Excel and business software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare teaching materials, deliver curriculum content, and assess students in accounting.
• Deliver content across related topics and otherCollege course offerings.

Skills

Excel skills

Communication

Team player

Empathy

Driving licence

Working With Children Check

CPA/CA (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/related discipline

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a full-time Lecturer in Accounting, located onsite at our Geelong (Waurn Ponds) Campus to be ready to deliver classes at the commencement of our 2027 Academic Year.

The program is delivered through a strong system thinking based curriculum, utilising case studies, industry visits, practical demonstrations, and experiential learning.

The College strongly values and prefers the contribution of teaching staff who have extensive commercial and professional experience, with a passion for educating the agribusiness leaders of the future. We require our teaching staff to be confident communicators with the ability to connect content with our highly engaged cohort and create the link between classroom learning and contemporary business practices.

Therefore, there is significant opportunity to bring your professional knowledge and expertise to the College while being fully supported to develop your teaching practice.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare teaching materials, deliver relevant curriculum content, and assess students in the core area of accounting


• Deliver content across a range of related topics and/or other areas of expertise relevant to the College Course offering

About you

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (essential)


• Displayed experience in an accounting, finance or similar position


• High level computer skills with emphasis on excel and business-related software packages


• Demonstrated ability to empathise with and motivate young adults


• Excellent communication and organisational skills and demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team environment


• Current Drivers Licence and valid passport (for international study tours)


• Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain one)


• Master's degree in a relevant discipline (preferred)


• Teaching Qualification or Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (preferred)


• CPA/CA (or working towards one preferred)

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a passionate team of professionals and educators


• A unique educational environment where you are genuinely provided with every opportunity to make your role your own, with ongoing support and professional development


• Opportunity to travel regionally and internationally on annual study tours and be exposed to cutting edge agribusiness operations


• A teaching load of approximately 12 teaching contact hours per week across 3 trimesters and an opportunity to be involved in a range of tutoring, special interest activities with students


• Salary Packaging, Employee Assistance Program, Daily Lunch are provided


• An attractive remuneration package and other benefits will be negotiated to reflect the successful candidate's skills and experience

About us

Marcus Oldham is a leading Australian agricultural college, specialising in under-graduate and post graduate qualifications in Business, with a targeted focus on Australian agriculture and agribusiness. The College strongly values and prefers the contribution of teaching staff who have extensive commercial and professional experience, with a passion for educating the agribusiness leaders of the future.

Please note, applicants must have full rights to work in Australia; sponsorship is not available for this role.

Closing Date

6th November 2026

Important Information for Applicants:

Marcus Oldham College is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive learning and working environment. In accordance with our obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment declarations relating to fitness for work, criminal history and any previous or current investigations or findings relating to gender-based violence. Employment will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening, including a National Police Check and, where applicable, a Working with Children Check.