Assistant/Associate Professor of Accounting

Bethune-Cookman University; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Daytona Beach, FL is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor of Accounting. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate accounting courses and contribute to student success and scholarly activities. Essential qualifications include an earned doctorate in accounting or a closely related field, strong communication skills, and a commitment to student-centered learning. This full-time, tenure-track position offers competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in accounting principles and practices.
• Teaching experience at the collegiate level is preferred.
• Record of scholarly publications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate accounting courses.
• Maintain regular office hours and respond to student communications.
• Advise and mentor students.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability to teach diverse student populations

Proficiency in learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard)

Strong organizational skills

Time-management skills

Education

Earned doctorate in accounting or a closely related field (Ph.D. or DBA)

Minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in accounting

Job description

Position: Assistant/Associate Professor of Accounting

Location: Daytona Beach, FL

Job Id: 1713

# of Openings: 1

Department: Accounting

Institution: Bethune-Cookman University – College of Business & Entrepreneurship

Employment Status: Full-Time (Tenure‑Track)

Reports To: Department Chair, Accounting

Position Summary

Bethune‑Cookman University’s College of Business & Entrepreneurship invites applications for a full‑time Assistant or Associate Professor of Accounting. The successful candidate will deliver high‑quality instruction in undergraduate and graduate accounting courses, support student success, engage in scholarly activity, and contribute to the mission and academic excellence of the University.

Teaching Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate accounting courses, including financial and managerial accounting and upper‑level courses.
• Maintain a course load consistent with university standards across Fall, Spring, and Summer terms.
• Deliver courses in face‑to‑face, hybrid, or online formats as needed.
• Develop and deliver engaging, rigorous instruction aligned with program learning outcomes.
• Utilize diverse instructional strategies to support student learning and success.
• Assess student performance and provide timely, meaningful feedback.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and course materials.

Scholarly & Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain an active research agenda, including publications in peer‑reviewed journals (preferred).
• Stay current in the accounting discipline and integrate emerging trends into coursework.
• Participate in professional development and continuous learning activities.

Service Responsibilities

• Advise and mentor students.
• Maintain regular office hours and respond to student communications in a timely manner.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university meetings and committees.
• Support program assessment, accreditation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in university events, including commencement exercises.

Required Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in accounting or a closely related field (Ph.D. or DBA).
• Minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in accounting.
• Demonstrated expertise in accounting principles and practices.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to teach diverse student populations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification (e.g., CPA – preferred, not required).
• Teaching experience at the collegiate level.
• Expertise in areas such as auditing, accounting information systems, or analytics.
• Experience teaching in online or hybrid formats.
• Record of scholarly publications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard).
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and time‑management skills.
• Ability to integrate theory with practical, real‑world application.
• Commitment to student‑centered teaching and mentoring.

Terms of Appointment

• Full‑time appointment with a start date to be determined.
• Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Appointment subject to annual evaluation and University policies.

Environment/Physical Requirements

The working environment is a normal business office setting. Typical duties include normal manual dexterity and visual and auditory acuity. Incumbent may sit comfortably to do the work, with some walking, standing, bending, or carrying of light items. Must be mobile throughout campus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University does not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, retaliation, marital status, religion, or disability, or any other applicable local, state or federal regulation.