Lecturer of Accounting

Position Details

Classification Information

Position Classification Title

FLSA

Exempt

Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA)

80094

EPA Position Type

JCAT

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of the Position

The Department of Accounting, Economics, and Finance in the College
of Arts, Sciences, Business, and Education at Winston-Salem State
University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month,
non-tenure-track Lecturer of Accounting position to begin in
January 2027. The successful candidate will teach a variety of
courses in accounting at the undergraduate/graduate level and
should have experience with accounting data analytics.

The candidate would also be expected to serve as a faculty advisor,
to mentor, and coach students inside and outside the classroom;
participate in departmental, College and university service, as
well as engage in service to the professional discipline and the
larger Winston-Salem and Forsyth County community.

Position Information

Working Position Title

Lecturer of Accounting

Building and Room No.

RJ Reynolds

Appointment Type

Permanent Full-Time

If Time Limited.

No

Appointment Length.

9 Months

Position Number

001779

Requirements and Preferences

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or
other emergencies

No

Normal Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, Class Times Varies

Department Required Skills

We seek exceptional candidates who demonstrate a commitment to
excellence in teaching accounting to undergraduate students from
culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Candidates must
demonstrate an ability to leverage various technologies that engage
students in the learning process. We desire candidates who
illustrate evidence of mentoring undergraduate students, assisting
students with professional skill development or who have experience
engaging students in study abroad, internship opportunities, or
community service learning where they must leverage their content
knowledge to benefit the larger community. We seek candidates who
demonstrate the ability to participate in interdisciplinary
teaching collaborations with professional colleagues at the
university, across universities, or within the broader public.
Candidates must also demonstrate a commitment to liberal education
and equity in a diverse educational community, and they must
illustrate commitment to their professional growth and development
via engagement in professional organizations.

We welcome candidates with a background in both financial and
managerial accounting, as well as upper level accounting curriculum
courses (e.g., tax, audit, accounting information systems,
intermediate and/or advanced accounting), and who demonstrate an
ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance
accounting curricular and co-curricular programs. Applicants must
have a minimum of a master’s degree in accounting or a related
discipline, and prior teaching experience, including prior online
teaching experience at either the community college or university
level. Candidates must possess effective written and verbal
communication skills, and they must have effective interpersonal
skills. Candidates with CPA certification are preferred.

Required Qualifications

• A master’s degree (or doctorate) in Accounting (preferably from

an AACSB -accredited program).

• Strong teaching background or a potential for teaching

excellence and a passion for student engagement.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training,
Education

Experience in delivery of both on-campus and on-line classes.

• Previous experience advising undergraduate students.
• Previous professional experience in business and industry.

Required License or Certification

Active CPA license.

Valid US Driver's License

Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required

No

Physical Required

No

List any other medical/drug tests required

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Describe the specific job duties related to this
competency

WSSU seeks a committed and engaged faculty member for the
Department of Accounting, Economics, and Finance who will perform
specific duties at a high level. These duties include but are not
limited to the following:

Teaching and Advising

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in
undergraduate financial and managerial accounting (at the
undergraduate introductory and upper major levels) via
face-to-face, online and hybrid approaches. Teaching load
encompasses four courses (12 credit hours) per semester. The
successful candidate must construct detailed course syllabi;
facilitate high quality engaging instruction to students with
diverse learning styles. The ideal candidate will communicate
regularly with students, monitor student progress, and provide
feedback on student success outcomes. The successful candidate must
hold office hours.

Service and Engagement

Attend consistently departmental and College meetings.

Serve on departmental-level committees.

Serve on College- and university-level committees.

Maintain membership in discipline-specific professional
organizations.

Serve on community-oriented committees, boards, and commissions
relative to accounting.

Percentage Of Time

100

Posting Details

Posting Details

Internal Posting Only

No

Position Type

Faculty

Time Limited Position

No

Appointment Length

9 Months

Salary

Commensurate upon education and experience

Open Date

10/15/2026

Close Date

12/15/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions Summary

Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted
on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E
requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary
would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and
market considerations.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic
application. The application must be completed in full detail
(including work history) for your qualifications to be
considered.

Failure to complete the application completely may result in you
not being considered for the vacant position.

Your application for the position will not be complete until you
receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of
applying for a position.

If you have general questions about the application process, you
may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu . Individuals with
disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the
application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Document

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• Unofficial Transcript

Optional Documents

• Transcripts
• Letter of Reference 1
• Letter of Reference 2
• Letter of Reference 3