Open Rank Term Faculty, Accounting

American Accounting Association; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

George Mason University is seeking an Open Rank Term Faculty member to teach undergraduate and graduate accounting courses and actively engage in service to the Accounting Area and the Costello College of Business. The role is full-time with benefits, and rank/salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in accounting, CPA certification, and a proven record of teaching effectiveness in both in-person and online settings, with the ability

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Significant teaching experience in both face-to-face and online spaces; ability to develop materials and teach stand-alone courses.
• Extensive professional accounting experience.
• Ability to teach Intermediate Accounting and other courses at undergrad/grad levels.
• Collegiality and ability to work with colleagues; willingness to contribute to service.
• CPA Certification.

Responsibilities

• Teaches accounting courses in undergraduate and/or graduate programs. Teaching load determined by workload policy.
• Provides service to theAccounting Area, College, University, and profession, including student mentoring and committee work.
• Contributes as a team member to help colleagues and advance college goals.

Skills

Teaching experience

Collegiality

Accounting pedagogy

Professional accounting experience

Education

Master’s degree in accounting

PhD in Accounting (AACSB)

Job description

Open Rank Term Faculty, Accounting

Employer: George Mason University

Location: Fairfax, Virginia

Salary: competitive

Closing date: Sep 20, 2026

Focus Area

General Accounting

Role Type

Faculty

Role Level

Faculty, Open Rank

Education Level

Master's Degree

Certifications

CPA – Certified Public Accountant

Work Mode

On Site

Employment Type

Full Time

Organization Type

Academia

About The Department

The Donald G. Costello College of Business at George Mason University is one of the lar0gest business schools in Virginia, and is located near Washington, D.C., in Arlington and Fairfax, and at George Mason’s global campus in Incheon, South Korea. The college’s AACSB-accredited business and accounting curricula prepare undergraduate and graduate students from the U.S. and across the globe for career success in business and government. Its research-based faculty and focus on multi-disciplinary academic programs, inclusive entrepreneurship, modular education, experiential learning, and corporate partner engagement are transforming the landscape of business education and workforce development.Learn more atbusiness.gmu.edu.

About The Position

The Open Rank Term Faculty Member teaches courses in undergraduate and graduate programs effectively and positively contributes to the academic environment. The Open Rank Term Faculty Member also provides service to the Accounting Area, the Costello College of Business, the University, the profession, and interfaces with students and the business community. This is a full-time position with benefits. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Candidates should demonstrate an established record of teaching effectiveness, including a commitment to course design, supporting and engaging students, and continued faculty growth as regards pedagogy. Candidates should also demonstrate consistent and clear evidence of collegiality and collaboration and be willing to contribute to various areas of service at Costello.

Responsibilities

• Teaches accounting courses in undergraduate and/or graduate programs. The teaching load for this position is determined according to the College’s workload policy;
• Provides service to the Accounting Area, the Costello College of Business, the University, and the profession, such as academic community engagement, student mentoring, committee membership, and interfacing with the business community; and
• Be invested as a team member in helping colleagues and the college further our collective goals.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in accounting or a related field;
• Significant teaching experience in both face-to-face and online spaces and ability to create materials, support existing programs, and teach stand-alone courses;
• Extensive professional experience in accounting or related roles;
• Ability to teach Intermediate Accounting and other accounting courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels;
• Collegiality and ability to work well with colleagues; and
• CPA Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in Accounting from an AACSB-accredited institution; and
• Professional certification in accounting area other than CPA (e.g., CMA, CIA, CISA).

Posting Open Date: August 13, 2026

For Full Consideration, Apply by: October 4, 2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Mason Ad Statement

George Mason University is a nationally ranked R1 research university committed to creating a more just, free, and prosperous world. With 40,000 enrolled students, George Mason is the largest and most diverse public research university in Virginia, offering degree programs at the master's, doctoral, and professional level, along with certificates and credentials.

George Mason fosters an All Together Different environment for students, faculty, and staff, driven by our core beliefs. We believe in inclusivity over exclusivity; we believe in advancing our mission by being willing to take risks, not avoiding them; and we believe our best work is possible when we apply our diversity of origin, identity, circumstance, and thought.

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.