Assistant Professor of Accounting - State University Faculty

Assistant Professor of Accounting
- State University Faculty

Institution:
Southwest Minnesota State University

Classification

Title:

State University Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union: 209:
Inter Faculty Organization

City:
Marshall

FLSA:
Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:
Full time

Employment Condition:
Unclassified
- Unlimited Academic

Salary Range: $64,963.00 - $

This on campus position would require teaching a variety of courses including but not limited to:
Principles of Accounting I, Principles of Accounting II, Intermediate Accounting I, Intermediate Accounting II, Cost Accounting I, Cost Accounting II, Federal Tax I, Federal Tax II, Accounting Information Systems, Advanced Accounting, Auditing, Forensic Accounting, Sustainability Accounting, and other courses as needed. Delivery methods include classroom and online instruction for undergraduate students. Additional responsibilities include academic advising, student club advising, involvement in department projects, assessment data collection, and activities representing the department at campus-wide recruiting events, and participation in campus committees.

Duties also include contribution to student growth and development, participation in department and institutional activities, evaluation of student performance, engagement in scholarly activities, and participation in service to the University and community. SMSU, in its commitment to meeting the region's service needs, expects faculty to engage in regional service, education, or study as part of their community service responsibility.

Position Responsibilities:

• Teaching Undergraduate courses for SMSU's Accounting program
• Engage in additional activities to support the accounting program and the Business Innovation & Strategy Department, including but not limited to student recruitment and retention to enhance enrollment in the program, and Accounting Club mentorship.
• Meet the expectations of a full-time SMSU probationary faculty member as defined in the Minn State-IFO Agreement.
• Participate fully in the activities and programs of SMSU's Business Innovation & Strategy Department
• Fulfill the expectations of a full-time probationary faculty member at SMSU in accordance with SMSU's Assessment and Strategic Plan and its mission, vision, and values.
• The position will engage in scholarly and creative activity, continue preparation and study, contribute to student growth and development, and serve the SMSU Community.
• SMSU, in its commitment to meeting the service needs of the region, expects faculty to engage in regional service as part of their community service activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or DBA with an emphasis in accounting from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants holding a Master's degree in Accounting and an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license issued by a state board of accountancy will also be considered.
• Experience teaching and/or developing undergraduate accounting courses.
• Evidence of teaching experience in classroom, online, and/or hybrid instructional formats.
• Evidence of written communication skills through application materials and professional, academic, or scholarly work

Preferred

Qualification:

• Teaching experience in accounting courses at the undergraduate level.
• Professional work experience in accounting outside of academia.
• Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and business/community groups, including but not limited to participating in department accreditation events, student club advising, etc.
• Evidence of teaching performance through student evaluations, peer evaluations, teaching awards, or other documented measures.
• Evidence of current scholarly activity.
• Experience advising, mentoring, coaching, or supporting students through student organizations, internships, research activities, or academic advising.
• Understand and appreciate liberal education. The University is committed to fostering a global perspective. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to teach and work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CMA, CIA, CFE, CGMA, or related credentials.

Priority will be given to those who apply by 10/1/2026.

Required documents to submit for consideration:
Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Transcript(s), Teaching Philosophy, and Diversity Statement.

Other Considerations:
The successful candidate must be authorized to work in the United States by the first day of employment. The University will not consider…