"Assistant Professor of Accounting - Faculty"

Job Description

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 teaching in the classroom and online to undergraduate and graduate 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 service needs of the region, expects faculty to engage in regional service, education or study as part of their community service responsibility.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D., DBA in Accounting from accredited schools (e.g., AACSB, ACBSP, or IACBE accredited). Considerations will be made for applicants in ABD status and expected to receive their Ph.D. or DBA from accredited schools within one academic year of appointment. Consideration will be made for applicants with an MS in Accounting and a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license through a state board of accountancy.
• Prior experience in teaching and developing accounting courses listed in position description.
• Demonstrate teaching effectiveness to deliver courses via in-person, online, and hybrid formats.
• 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.
• Applicants should have superior written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work and teach and be accessible to students on campus during the weekdays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in accounting courses listed in the position description at the graduate level.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have experience teaching courses in Forensic Accounting and Income Taxation.
• Professional work experience in accounting outside of academia.
• Demonstrating teaching excellence with positive student evaluations.
• Evidence of current scholarly activity.
• Applicants can demonstrate positive student impacts outside the classroom.
• 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.
• Certification in forensic accounting.

Priority will be given to those who apply by 3/31/2026.

Required Documents

Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Transcript(s), Teaching Philosophy, Diversity Statement, and Student Course Evaluations.

Other Considerations

The successful candidate must be authorized to work in the United States by the first day of employment. The University will not give consideration for H-1B sponsorship. Employment or Visa sponsorship, other than H-1B status, must be pre-approved by the University prior to offer acceptance. Telework (Yes/No): No

About Southwest Minnesota State University

Southwest Minnesota State University is one of seven universities in the Minnesota State system. SMSU gives highest priority to excellence in teaching and preparing students to be lifelong learners through quality undergraduate teaching/advising and close student/faculty relationships. Its mission, dating back to 1967, provides access to university-level programs in liberal arts professional studies. The University has a special commitment to the educational needs of the people in its service region reflected through its curricula, cultural programs, diversity of staff and students, cooperative relationships with the public and private sectors, and regional institutions. The 216-acre campus encompasses 24 modern, interconnected, and accessible buildings. Marshall (pop. 13,000) is the hub of a rich agricultural area and offers a variety of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities.