| Location | Winston-Salem, NC |
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
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Experience in delivery of both on-campus and on-line classes.
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 10/31/2026 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
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