Assistant/Associate Professor - Financial Reporting in the Digital Era

Montclair; United States; On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Montclair State University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Accounting and Finance at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, starting August 27, 2027. The role includes teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in person and online and pursuing scholarly publications.

Ideal candidates will show potential for high-quality research, online teaching experience, and collaborative engagement with the local business community.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate or an equivalent terminal degree.
• Record of achievement and potential for future success in research.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching all students.
• A record that demonstrates interest and commitment to service.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in face-to-face and online formats.
• Mentor, advise and engage students across programs.
• Pursue scholarly research leading to peer-reviewed publications.
• Participate in department, school, and university committees and outreach.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Research potential

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Accounting or related field

Job description

Position Description

The Feliciano School of Business at Montclair State University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Accounting and Finance at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, starting August 27, 2027. Candidates holding tenure at their current institution are invited to apply. The ideal candidates for this position will have an active program of research with a demonstrated ability for high-quality scholarly publications. Preference for this position will be given to candidates who conduct research in the areas of financial accounting, advanced financial accounting technologies, and emerging technologies in accounting. The candidate selected will be expected to teach courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels in face-to-face and online delivery modes. Candidates with experience developing and/or teaching in online formats will be given preference. The candidate is expected to pursue scholarly research leading to publications in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals; engage in outreach activities with the local business community; increase the visibility of the accounting programs; serve on department, school, and university-level committees; advise students; and participate in innovative curricular development activities. The ability to develop collaborative relationships across disciplines and with external agencies is preferred. Faculty members are expected to contribute to the University's mission through excellence in teaching, research/scholarship, and service.

Teaching Responsibilities

• Standard annual teaching load for tenure-track faculty is 12 teaching credit hours (TCH) a semester, with additional TCH reassigned time (course release) available for faculty with additional responsibilities such as mentoring doctoral faculty or administering programs.
• Faculty are expected to center student success and measurable learning outcomes through clear course design, inclusive pedagogies, and the integration of emerging disciplinary and pedagogical developments.
• Responsibilities include classroom instruction, student mentoring and advising, and developing and updating courses and curricula aligned with student demands and institutional strategic priorities.

Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity

• Faculty are expected to be productive scholars or artists whose work embodies formal inquiry or creative expression that expands, enhances, or applies knowledge.
• Research results must be shared in significant national and/or international scholarly or artistic venues following rigorous review.
• The University supports these endeavors through the Faculty Scholarship Program (FSP), which typically provides research-active faculty with up to 6 TCH of reassigned time per academic year to pursue their scholarly agenda.

Service

• Faculty members are expected to perform valuable service to the department, college/school, university, and professional communities.
• This includes participating in shared governance, academic program vitality, and sharing professional expertise within and beyond the University.
• Service activities are separate and distinct from the specific assignments for which faculty members receive course release.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate or an equivalent terminal degree.
• Record of achievement and potential for future success in research.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching all students.
• A record that demonstrates interest and commitment to service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Significant record of scholarly/creative work.

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range $125,000.00-$175,000.00 Annual

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Tuition assistance

Contract and Location

Full-time permanent teaching faculty. The Department of Accounting and Finance is located on Montclair State University’s 252-acre campus just 12 miles from New York City.

Department and School Overview

The Department of Accounting and Finance focuses on educating future practitioners and academics in the fields of accounting, auditing, tax, finance and commercial real estate. Degree programs include a BS and MS in Accounting, with concentrations in Finance and Real Estate as part of the school-wide BS in Business Administration degree. Advanced technology courses and research in audit analytics and financial accounting information systems are key strengths and differentiators. The department also supports the MBA Program and offers a graduate certificate in Forensic Accounting. Faculty are actively involved in ongoing curriculum development to keep pace with the changing market environment that our students face as they start or rejuvenate their professional careers.

The Feliciano School of Business is committed to transforming today’s students into tomorrow’s business leaders through innovative teaching, experiential learning, and strong industry engagement. Accredited by AACSB International, the School offers distinctive programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, including the BS in Business Analytics, BS in Business Administration (eight concentrations), BS in Accounting, BA in Economics, BA in Hospitality, Sports, Events and Tourism, MBA, MS in Accounting, MS in Business Analytics, MS in Digital Marketing Analytics, and MS in Human Resource Analytics, as well as a range of minors and undergraduate and graduate certificates. The School’s strengths include world-class faculty and staff, a diverse and driven student body, engaged alumni network, and strong corporate and institutional partnerships. Both academic and program-related activities are focused on student success and experiential learning beyond the classroom. The Ellyn A. McColgan Center for Student Services further supports students through results-driven advising, career guidance, and access to internships, co-ops, and mentorship opportunities.

The school is also home to the Feliciano Center for Entrepreneurship + Innovation, a collaborative community that supports innovation and entrepreneurship through mentorship, strategic guidance, and opportunities that help students and entrepreneurs develop and grow their ideas. Nearly 120 full-time faculty members and 41 professional staff bring a wealth of academic and industry expertise to the School.

Inclusion Statement

Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged, committed to democracy, and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.

Equal Opportunity / Affinity Action Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity. Additional information can be found on the website at www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/

Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy

Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/

About Us

Building on a distinguished history dating back to 1908, Montclair State University has evolved from an institution that was a recognized leader in teacher education to an R2 research institution ranked as one of the 100 best public doctoral universities in the nation. The University serves 22,000 undergraduate and graduate students with more than 300 doctoral, master's and baccalaureate programs provided by 13 colleges and schools. Situated on a beautiful 252-acre campus just 12 miles from New York City, Montclair delivers the instructional and research resources of a large public university while retaining the supportive and personalized academic environment that provides a feeling of community more typical of smaller institutions. Montclair State University is proud to be committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate in its recruitment and employment practices. The University is an inclusive, richly diverse community that fosters mutual respect, tolerance and understanding among all students and employees.