Lecturer in Accounting Analytics

University of the Sunshine Coast; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 118,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% Super

Salary packing options

Professional development

Athena SWAN Bronze Award

Flexible work arrangements

EAP & fitness

Job summary

University of the Sunshine Coast invites applications for a Lecturer in Accounting Analytics. You’ll teach across Accounting and Business Intelligence and Analytics, integrating AI, automation and data science into technology-enabled learning.

You will also pursue applied research, collaborate with industry, supervise HDR candidates and contribute to curriculum development and university engagement. University location at UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs, offers a full-time ongoing appointment

Qualifications

• Expertise in contemporary accounting systems and analytics.
• Ability to integrate AI, automation and data science into teaching.
• Experience with programming or query languages (Python, R, SQL).
• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness and research involvement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across Accounting Analytics and Business Intelligence.
• Develop curricula incorporating AI, automation and data science.
• Design technology-enabled, engaging learning experiences with timely feedback.
• Undertake applied research and supervise HDR candidates.
• Collaborate with industry and contribute to research funding opportunities.
• Contribute to university engagement and academic community.

Skills

Accounting analytics

Data science

Programming (Python/R/SQL)

Teaching ability

Tools

Python

R

SQL

AI/ML concepts

Job description

Lecturer in Accounting Analytics

Job no: 494867 Work type: Full-Time Location: UniSC Sunshine Coast Categories: School of Business and Creative Industries, LB $118,481 - $140,567 +17% super, Academic

• School of Business and Creative Industries | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Level B, $118,481 - $140,567 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time (36.25 hours per week), ongoing appointment

The School of Business and Creative industries (SBCI)

School of Business and Creative Industries: Ready to make an impact in a dynamic world?

Are you driven to make a difference in a constantly evolving world? We invite passionate educators and industry experts to join our inspiring team at SBCI. Our mission is to educate for impact, empowering students with innovative and sustainable practices to tackle global challenges head-on. With strong industry partnerships and a focus on practical experience, you’ll play a key role in preparing future leaders and practitioners for exciting careers.

The Opportunity

Bring your expertise in accounting information systems, financial analytics and emerging technologies to a future-focused academic role at UniSC. You’ll help prepare the next generation of accounting and analytics professionals for a rapidly evolving digital landscape, integrating artificial intelligence, automation, data science and business intelligence into engaging, technology-enabled learning experiences. Working across disciplinary boundaries, you’ll help shape contemporary curricula that connect accounting knowledge with the analytical and digital capabilities employers increasingly need.

Alongside your teaching, you’ll contribute to impactful applied research, collaborate with industry and academic partners, and support Higher Degree by Research students. This is an opportunity to influence how accounting and business decision-making evolve in an increasingly data-driven world, while contributing to a collaborative academic community committed to innovation, inclusion and preparing graduates for the future of work.

For more information, please visit us online: School of Business and Creative Industries

You will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching across Accounting and Business Intelligence and Analytics, supporting student success and graduate outcomes;
• Develop, evaluate and continuously improve curricula, incorporating AI, automation, data science and emerging technologies;
• Design engaging, technology-enabled learning experiences and provide timely, constructive feedback to students;
• Undertake applied and interdisciplinary research, publish outcomes and contribute to research funding opportunities;
• Supervise Higher Degree by Research candidates and build productive research collaborations and industry partnerships; and
• Contribute to University engagement, strategic priorities and a collaborative academic environment.

About you:

Our ideal candidate will bring expertise in contemporary accounting systems, financial analytics and emerging digital technologies, alongside a passion for innovative, student-centred teaching and learning. You will create engaging and inclusive learning experiences that prepare graduates for a digitally driven profession, while contributing to impactful research, industry engagement and academic collaboration. Strong communication skills, a collegial approach and a commitment to continuous professional development will be essential to your success.

You will possess:

• Demonstrated expertise in contemporary accounting systems and processes, including the application of emerging digital technologies, including artificial intelligence and automation, to accounting and financial decision-making.
• Demonstrated capability in data science and computational approaches relevant to business and accounting, including experience with programming and/or query languages such as Python, R or SQL; data modelling; diagnostic, predictive and prescriptive analytics; machine learning; or other related analytical methods.
• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness through positive student feedback, peer review and student outcomes, with the ability to develop and deliver engaging, inclusive and future-focused curricula that integrate emerging digital technologies and make complex accounting, quantitative and technological concepts accessible to diverse learners.
• Demonstrated research capability and impact, including high-quality peer-reviewed publications, participation in externally funded research projects, and effective supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research candidates.

Desirable

• Professional accreditation as a Charted Accountant.
• Relevant industry or professional certifications in business intelligence, data analytics, artificial intelligence, cloud platforms, automation or other relevant emerging digital technologies.
• Industry or professional experience in accounting, financial analytics, digital transformation, business intelligence, information systems, consulting or technology-enabled business process improvement.
• Experience with AACSB, CPA/CAANZ and/or ACS accreditation.
• Experience in curriculum development aligned with recognised professional, digital and AI capability frameworks, such as IFAC's International Education Standards (IES), the SFIA Competency Framework, the Digital Education Council (DEC) AI Literacy Framework, and/or the UNESCO AI Competency Framework for Students.
• Postgraduate qualifications in higher education, or fellowship of AdvanceHE.

Don’t meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you’re excited about this role but your CV doesn’t align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] or call [phone].

Have questions or want to know more?

Dr Shahab Pourfakhimi
Associate Dean (Learning and Teaching) - School of Business and Creative Industries
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.