Faculty in Accounting (Financial & Sustainability Reporting)

Singapore Institute of Technology; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Singapore Institute of Technology invites applications for a faculty position in Accounting at the level of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor.

The role focuses on financial accounting, sustainability reporting, and industry collaboration, with teaching, research, and leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification (Master's degree and/or PhD) in Accounting, Sustainability, or a related discipline from a reputable university is desirable.
• Candidates with extensive industry experience and achievements may be considered even without a doctoral qualification.

Responsibilities

• Teach Financial Accounting and Advanced Financial Reporting.
• Deliver Sustainability and ESG Reporting and Carbon Accounting courses.
• Contribute to high‑quality teaching, applied research, and industry engagement.
• Lead partnerships with organisations and professional bodies; support work‑integrated learning and executive education.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Reporting

Sustainability Reporting

Carbon Accounting

Corporate Reporting

Regulatory Reporting

Education

Master's degree in Accounting or related

PhD preferred

CA/Singapore, CPA Australia, ACA, ACCA or equivalent

Job description

The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is Singapore’s first University of Applied Learning, offering industry‑relevant degree programmes that prepare its graduates to be work‑ and future‑ready professionals. Its mission is to maximise the potential of its learners and to innovate with industry, through an integrated applied learning and research approach, so as to contribute to the economy and society. The university’s unique pedagogy integrates work and study, embracing authentic learning in a real‑world environment through collaborations with key strategic partners. Its focus on applied research with business impact is aimed at helping industry innovate and grow. SIT’s centralised campus within the larger Punggol Digital District features a vibrant learning environment where academia and industry will be tightly integrated with the community. SIT espouses an applied learning approach and offers degrees with a strong focus on science and technology. Our faculty work closely with industry on translational research and innovation, as well as provide consultancy on solutions to industry challenges. This well‑established nexus with industry endows our graduates with deep skills and work‑ready training experience – attuning them to the needs and demands of the future economy.

About The Position

SIT invites applications for one (1) faculty position in Accounting at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. Appointment rank will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, professional standing, experience, and achievements in academia, industry, research, and leadership.

We seek individuals with expertise in financial accounting and corporate reporting, particularly in emerging areas such as sustainability reporting, carbon accounting, financial instruments, and consolidation accounting. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to high‑quality teaching, applied research, industry engagement, and academic leadership, while supporting the University's mission of delivering industry‑relevant and practice‑oriented education.

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching and Learning
  • Financial Accounting
  • Advanced Financial Reporting
  • Sustainability and ESG Reporting
  • Carbon Accounting and Carbon Disclosure
  • Financial Instruments Accounting
  • Corporate Reporting
  • Consolidation Accounting and Group Financial Statements
  • Accounting Standards and Regulatory Reporting
• Research and Scholarly Activities
  • Undertake and lead research, scholarly, and/or applied research activities in areas relevant to accounting and corporate reporting.
  • Develop translatable research collaborations with industry, government agencies, and professional bodies.
  • Secure competitive research funding, industry projects, consultancy engagements, or translational research opportunities where appropriate.
  • Disseminate research outcomes through academic publications, industry reports, conferences, professional forums, teaching and thought leadership activities.
• Industry Engagement
  • Building partnerships with organisations and professional bodies.
  • Supporting work‑integrated learning initiatives and student industry projects.
  • Developing executive education, continuing professional development, and consultancy activities.
  • Contributing to the advancement of accounting and sustainability reporting practices within industry.

Requirements

• Academic and Professional Qualifications
  • A postgraduate qualification (Master's degree and/or PhD) in Accounting, Sustainability, or a related discipline from a reputable university is desirable.
  • Candidates who possess extensive and distinguished industry experience, professional expertise, and a strong record of achievements in relevant domains may also be considered, even if they do not possess a doctoral qualification.
• Professional qualifications such as CA Singapore, CPA Australia, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent will be advantageous.
• Teaching Expertise
  • Carbon Accounting
  • Sustainability and ESG Reporting
  • Financial Instruments Accounting
  • Consolidation Accounting
  • Financial Reporting and Accounting Standards
  • Corporate Reporting
• Industry Experience
  • At least three years of relevant industry experience in one or more of the following areas:
    • Financial reporting and corporate accounting
    • Sustainability reporting and ESG disclosures
    • Carbon accounting and climate‑related reporting
    • Financial instruments and treasury accounting
    • Regulatory reporting and compliance
• Desired Attributes
  • Strong expertise in contemporary accounting and reporting practices.
  • Ability to bridge academic knowledge with industry application.
  • Commitment to developing industry‑ready graduates.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Ability to contribute to multidisciplinary collaborations involving accounting, sustainability, digital transformation, and business innovation.

Appointment

Appointment will be made at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, depending on the candidate's qualifications, experience, professional standing, and demonstrated achievements.

Applications

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. All applications must be submitted electronically via the "Apply Now" button below.