Assistant Professor of Accounting

Posting Details

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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package , competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title

Assistant Professor of Accounting

Requisition

202600144F

Rank

Assistant Professor

FLSA status

Exempt

Hiring Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Category

Position Type

Full-Time Tenure Track

College

College of Business Administration

Department

Dept of Accounting

Open Date

11/06/2026

Quicklink

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/49131

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name

Dr. Cassy Henderson

Title

Professor/Chair of Accounting

College of Business Administration

Department of Accounting

Sam Houston State University

P.O. Box 2056

Huntsville, Tx 77341-2056

Contact Phone

936-294-1258

Contact Email

cdh045@shsu.edu

Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

Teaches nine hours of accounting per semester. Maintains regular office hours and meets with students as appropriate. Conducts research with publication in quality journals as the target.
Performs service to the University, College of Business
Administration, and department as required by policy and as directed. Maintains a collegial atmosphere within the college and department; participates in assigned committee activities; and maintains active contact with professional organizations.

Educational Requirements for the Position

Ph.D. or DBA in Accounting from an AACSB accredited University.
ABDs in advanced stage of completion will be considered.

Experience Required for the Position

University level teaching experience desirable; professional accounting experience highly desirable.

Working knowledge of and experience with US GAAP is required.

Other Requirements for the Position

CPA licensure from a US state or territory. Other professional certifications desirable.

Special Instructions Summary

Sam Houston State University has approximately 21,000 students and is located in picturesque Huntsville, Texas, approximately 70 miles north of downtown Houston, with easy interstate highway access to
Houston and Bush Intercontinental Airport. The College of Business
Administration at SHSU is AACSB accredited and has approximately
3,500 majors. The Department of Accounting has approximately 16 tenured/tenure-track faculty.

Open Until Filled

Yes

EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity
Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at
SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code
§51.215.

Annual
Security and Fire Safety Report

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Candidate Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae (Faculty)
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Research & Goals
• Reference Contact Information
• Transcripts

Optional Documents