Principles of Accounting, Department of Accounting and Finance - Adjunct Faculty

Adjunct Faculty – Principles of Accounting

Location: Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington

Position: Adjunct faculty to teach on-site at JBLM for the Accounting program.

• Principles of Accounting I (ACCT 220):
  An introduction to the basic theory and techniques of contemporary financial accounting. Topics include accounting cycle, transactions, and the preparation of financial statements for single-owner business organizations.
• Principles of Accounting II (ACCT 221):
  Further study of contemporary accounting practices, emphasizing financial and managerial accounting. Topics include liabilities, equities, investments, cost-volume-profit analysis, and budgets.
• Accounting Information Systems (ACCT 326):
  Evaluate how AIS tools are used to record, process, and analyze financial data, recommend controls, and assess technology integration.

• Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed.
• Guide students in active collaboration and the application of learning in problem- and project-based demonstrations.
• Provide rich and regular constructive feedback using rubrics for assessment of student work.
• Demonstrate relevant and current subject‑matter expertise and help students connect concepts across their program.
• Provide feedback to program chair on possible curricular improvements.

• Master’s degree in Accounting or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Professional experience in Accounting or related field.
• Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.
• Certifications such as the CPA, CIA, CISA, or CFE are desirable.
• Ready to teach on-site at JBLM.

• Health coverage: medical, vision, dental and prescription plans for individuals and families, effective from the first of the month following hire date.
• Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Supplemental retirement plans: 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options (no matching funds).

Salary commensurate with experience, per credit hour ranges detailed in hiring documentation.

The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. UMGC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.