Lecturer Financial Accounting and Taxation

Cape Peninsula University of Technology; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Cape Town seeks an experienced individual to teach Financial Accounting and Taxation subjects while supporting curriculum development and research initiatives. The role demands a Master's degree in a relevant field and at least two years of lecturing experience in a higher education environment. The successful candidate will engage in both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, ensuring adherence to accreditation policies and contributing to academic growth. This is a permanent position offering attractive growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Financial Accounting and/or Taxation with a focus area.
• Minimum of two years lecturing experience in higher education.
• Experience with both face-to-face and online learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop subject material in Financial Accounting and Taxation.
• Contribute to departmental and faculty research initiatives.
• Assess and moderate academic assessments and examinations.

Skills

Knowledge of hybrid teaching models

Research and publication capabilities

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Master's degree in Financial Accounting and/or Taxation

Underpinning degree with focus on Financial Accounting

Job description

FacultyBusiness and Management SciencesDepartmentCape Peninsula University of Technology -> Business and Management Sciences -> School of Accounting SciencesCampus/ LocationDistrict Six Campus - Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)

Job TypePermanentOccupational FunctionAcademicNumber of Positions3Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)To be confirmedAdvert Closing Date13/2/2026

Job Purpose

To focus on learning, teaching and assessment of Financial Accounting and Taxation subjects, and contribute to curriculum development at programme and subject levels.

To not only teach on undergraduate programmes but also the Advanced and Postgraduate Diplomas.

To support the department and faculty to enhance the effectiveness of the academic project, including academic initiatives and community engagement.

To support departmental and faculty research initiatives through undertaking research and contributing towards research objectives.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Minimum Requirements:

• A Master's degree in Financial Accounting and/or Taxation or equivalent in the field (Management Accounting or Auditing)
• an underpinning degree or equivalent with focus on Financial Accounting
• At least two (2) years lecturing experience in a higher education environment

Recommended:

• Knowledge and experience of hybrid models of teaching and learning (face-to-face and online learning)
• Evidence of research and publications will be recommended.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Teaching and Learning: Lectures subjects within the field of Financial Accounting and Taxation. Compiles subject guides in compliance with University rules. Uses appropriate teaching methods, practices and technologies. Develops learning materials for students. Assists students with problems in learning and appointment of tutors / mentors. Workload allocation may change according to departmental / faculty needs as determined by the Head of Department.
• Accreditation - Adhere to Council of Higher Education accreditation policy and procedures.
• Academic Management - Contributes to policy making. Sets annual objectives pertaining to academic programmes. Review teaching and learning. Contributes to the development of academic related decision-making. Acts as course leader. Contributes to management of tutor activities. Sets annual objectives pertaining to academic subjects and review teaching and learning practices.
• Administration - Keeps the attendance registrar and personal progress reports on the syllabus developments. Records learners’ results. Assists with the registration of students. To supervise tests and examinations. Examine and moderate assessments and examinations.
• Community Service & Outreach - Contributes to community initiatives by integrating community interventions into curriculum.
• Quality Assurance - Contributes to Quality Assurance through committee meetings and submission of relevant documents. Monitors the impact of QA recommendations within the department and implements appropriate interventions.
• Recruitment / Admissions / Marketing - Contributes to the planning for "Open Day" and attends "Open Day".
• Personal / Professional Development - Keeps abreast with developments in the field of study and their implications for curriculum. Keeps abreast with developments of professional conduct within the University. Register as a member of professional bodies to keep abreast of all developments. Engages in current professional developments activities.
• Human Resources Management - Adhere to University performance management system and identify training needs for career development.
• Industry Advisory Board and Partnerships - Liaise with commerce and industry on Experiential Training, new techniques / technologies and research projects.
• Research - Conducts research, supervise and lecture to post graduate students, publishes research articles. Keeps abreast of professional literature.
• Health & Safety - Ensure compliance with University health and safety rules and regulations

Competencies

• Ability to introduce change
• Building a successful team
• Building partnerships
• Building trust
• Client/learner focus
• Coaching skills
• Mentorship skills
• High-level presentation skills
• In-depth knowledge of subject matter
• Interest for research
• Clear verbal and written communication
• Counselling skills
• Innovation
• Advanced knowledge of computer packages
• People management
• Leadership skillsProject management
• Financial management
• Stress tolerance
• Approachable and
• Ability to motivate
• Accurate when carrying out research
• Self-motivated

General Information

Closing date: 13 February 2026

Enquiries: [e-mail]

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The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.