Lecturer in Accounting

Position Details

Faculty Level/

Title:

Lecturer

Working Title:

Lecturer in Accounting

FTE:
Part-time

Salary Range: $5,535 per 3-credit undergraduate course / $6,000 per 3-credit graduate course

Position #  — Requisition # 36717

CU Denver is the state's premier public urban research university and equity-serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested, CU Denver partners with future-focused learners and communities to design accessible, relevant, transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career.

"Denver Built. Global Ready". At the CU Denver Business School, we make the most of being deeply embedded in the heart of Denver and the nation's fastest growing economy. We offer a welcoming, inclusive community that encourages what you bring and what you aspire to be.

The CU Denver Business School is seeking applications for a Lecturer in Accounting position. This posting will establish and maintain a pool of Lecturers from which future appointments to temporary, non-tenure-track positions for the  academic year will be made. Appointments will be part-time (less than 50% FTE) and will be made semester-by-semester, as teaching needs arise.

The Lecturer(s) selected will teach in the Accounting discipline at the CU Denver Business School. Classes taught will be at either the undergraduate or graduate level and will generally be limited to three credit hours. Classes will be facilitated in varying modalities (in person, hybrid, remote or online).

Duties include delivery of tailored instruction to a variety of language and cultural backgrounds in accordance with prescribed curricular objectives and outcomes, preparing for each class ahead of time with balanced rigorous lesson plans, assessing student progress according to curricular objectives and outcomes, and adhering to program policies and procedures by reporting student offenses (plagiarism, cheating, absences, etc.).

• Master's degree or terminal degree in Finance, Accounting, Payroll, Fiscal Reporting, Fiscal Management, Financial Forecasting, or a directly related field from an accredited institution and additional certifications, licensures, and/or trainings as applicable.
• Recent significant professional, technical, or managerial experience in the discipline related to the teaching assignment; at a minimum, significant experience is interpreted as at least five years of duties and responsibilities.

• Prior experience teaching in Accounting.
• Professional certification/licensure in accounting or allied field, e.g., CPA, CMA, etc.

• Knowledge and proficiency in related discipline.
• Demonstrated interest in mentoring and teaching in related discipline.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to demonstrate exceptional leadership qualities.
• Ability to effectively plan, establish and implement teaching goals and objectives independently without guidance and direction from other faculty.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

• Occasional work during the evening and/or weekends may be required. This position follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed, based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.

The ability to sit for extended periods, stand and walk occasionally, reach with hands and arms, use hands to manipulate a keyboard and mouse, and have good near vision for computer work; often requiring minimal lifting, but may involve bending or reaching to retrieve items from shelves or drawers.

This position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $5,535 to $6,000 depending upon course level.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.

As a part-time teaching role, this position is not eligible for overtime nor benefits. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at Employee Services.

The Final date to receive applications for this pooled job posting is 03/31/2026; all part-time appointments will be as teaching needs arise for the  academic year. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Please note that applicants will be asked to provide original…