Lecturer in Accounting (2 Positions Available)

Birmingham City University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Birmingham is seeking 2 Lecturers in Accounting to join the Department of Accountancy and Governance. This full-time role involves engaging in curriculum development, supervising projects, and supporting students. Candidates should have expertise in Management Accounting and possess a PhD or be nearing completion. Strong communication skills and the ability to inspire diverse learners are essential. This position offers a salary between £44,131 and £51,182 per annum, with opportunities for research and professional development.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in the accounting discipline.
• Flexible across various areas within accounting.
• Experience and practical industry knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the delivery and development of undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum.
• Engage in curriculum development and supervise student projects.
• Support students through pastoral and academic guidance.

Skills

Expertise in Management Accounting

Strong communication skills

Ability to inspire students

Collaborative work

Education

PhD in Accounting (completed or nearing completion)

Membership of relevant professional body (ICAEW, ICAS, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Lecturer in Accounting (2 Positions Available)

Department Department of Accountancy and Governance Location Curzon Building Salary £44,131 to £51,182Per Annum Permanent Post Type Full Time Release Date 05 December 2025 Closing Date 23.59 hours GMT on Tuesday 06 January 2026 Reference BUS25005

Birmingham City University is a thriving and diverse place to work and study, located right in the heart of the city of Birmingham. Building on continuous success in student growth and in sustained advancement of research activities, the Business School has embarked on a programme of expansion whilst also seeking AASCB accreditation. The Department of Accountancy, Finance and Economics, one of the two departments within the Business School, is now seeking to strengthen its accounting area and is looking for 2 Lecturers in Accounting to join our dynamic team.

In this role you will contribute to the on-campus delivery and development of our undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum. You will play a key part in maintaining the Business School’s reputation for teaching excellence by engaging in curriculum development, supervising projects and dissertations, offering pastoral and academic support for our students and ensuring high standards of academic quality.

Alongside the important teaching responsibilities, you will undertake scholarship and administrative duties that support the Business School’s strategic objectives. You will have opportunities to engage with research and enterprise activities and represent the University externally, helping to enhance our visibility and impact both nationally and internationally.

You will bring recognised expertise in the accounting discipline and an ability to offer flexibility, as may be required, across the various areas that fall within the accounting discipline. We are particularly interested in applicants that can demonstrate expertise in any of the areas of Management Accounting, Leadership, and Financial Management. A PhD (completed, or nearing completion) and/or membership of a relevant professional body such as ICAEW, ICAS, ACCA or CIMA is essential.

You will demonstrate a commitment to excellence and innovation in teaching, with the ability to inspire and motivate students across diverse learning environments.

Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively are vital. Experience and practical industry knowledge would be advantageous.

Interviews will be held in late January 2026.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to an environment that supports lawful free speech and academic freedom. We will continuously review and improve our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure that we are promoting these in all aspects of our operations. We believe that by working together, combining our many different backgrounds and life experiences, we will empower each other to reach our full potential.