Professor in Accounting & Finance

GBS Group (UK); Silsden; On-site; GBP 45,900 - 56,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Flexible Benefits including Cycle to Work scheme

Tuition reimbursement for career development

Job summary

An educational institution located in Leeds is seeking a Lecturer in Accounting & Finance to teach undergraduate students. The role requires planning, delivering, and assessing coursework, while engaging in continuous learning and staff development. Candidates should hold a Master's degree and have lecturing experience in core accounting modules. Benefits include 25 days of leave, pension scheme, and various professional development opportunities. Applications inclusive of diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Hold a Master's degree in Accounting and Finance or equivalent.
• Previous UK HE lecturing experience in core accounting modules.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of relevant subject matter.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess student work effectively.
• Develop and improve course materials as needed.
• Engage in staff development and administrative duties.

Skills

Teaching core accounting modules

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Master's degree in Accounting and Finance

Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice

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Department: Academic/Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU)

Location: Leeds - On site

Type of Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours per week) - (N.B. sponsorship is not offered for this role)

Salary: £51,000

Our Vision: Changing lives through education.

The Role: We are currently seeking Lecturers to teach across a range of undergraduate levels as part of our BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance programme. Due to our delivery model, we require flexibility to teach during weekdays, evenings and weekends. Your Accounting and Finance expertise can ignite a passion for learning. Join us as lecturer and make an impact that last a lifetime!

What you'll be doing: As a Lecturer in Accounting & Finance, enjoy all aspects of learning, teaching and assessment of students while keeping up to date with latest developments in your field and student support practices. If you have experience in delivering core accounting modules such as Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Taxation and Audit or similar subjects, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities Include

• All aspects of planning, delivering, and assessing student work, ensuring that all learning outcomes are met
• Developing, updating, and improving course materials as appropriate
• Using a variety of learning and teaching methods/materials
• Actively engaging in staff development activities, peer observations, meetings and other administrative duties
• Understanding and keeping up to date with latest developments in your field and student support practices
• Working towards a range of clearly defined objectives for student attendance, continuation, completion, satisfaction and student progression

About You

• You will hold a Master's degree in an Accounting and Finance field obtained in the UK or equivalent from PSRB's, being a full member (PhD desirable)
• You will have previous UK HE lecturing experience in having delivered core accounting modules such as Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Taxation and Audit or similar subjects.
• You will be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge of relevant subject matter
• You will have experience supervising student work and providing support and feedback
• You will have experience of accurate reporting and ability to maintain thorough and organised student records
• You will be able to work under pressure, plan and prioritise own workload to meet tight deadlines
• You will have excellent communication, interpersonal and team-working skills
• You will be able to work with diverse groups of people

Desirable

• You will hold a Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice or equivalent teaching qualification (or commitment to enrol on a teaching programme during the probationary period and complete within three years) or Fellowship of HEA (or international equivalent)
• Being fully qualified from PSRB's (both affiliates or active members) such as ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW and/or IFA.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holiday
• 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days
• Workplace pension scheme
• Tuition reimbursement for career development courses
• Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Tech scheme and much more
• Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more
• Reward and recognition programme
• £500 award employee referral scheme
• Discretionary annual performance bonus

GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.