Accounting & Financial Studies Program Chair

Rochester Christian University; Rochester Hills, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Christian University seeks a Chair for the Accounting and Financial Studies Program in Rochester Hills, MI. The role oversees budgeting, curriculum, and faculty development while advancing accreditation and strategic planning.

You will teach and advise students, manage adjunct staff, and engage external partners to align program outcomes with the university mission. The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D./DBA or related terminal degree, with professional accounting experience and a track

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or DBA in accounting/finance preferred.
• Experience with program leadership and accreditation.
• Three+ years of professional accounting/finance experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Accounting and Financial Studies Program including curriculum and budget planning.
• Teach 21 credit hours per year and advise ~20 students.
• Hire, train, and supervise adjunct instructors.
• Lead program reviews and accreditation efforts (ACBSP/AACSB).

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum planning

Budget management

Teaching

Student advising

Education

Ph.D. or DBA in accounting/finance

M.Acc. or MBA + CPA license

Tools

Accounting software

Data analytics

AI-driven financial tools

Job description

Rochester Christian University seeks a Chair for the Accounting and Financial Studies Program in Rochester Hills, MI. The role oversees budgeting, curriculum, and faculty development while advancing accreditation and strategic planning.

You will teach and advise students, manage adjunct staff, and engage external partners to align program outcomes with the university mission. The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D./DBA or related terminal degree, with professional accounting experience and a track