Assistant Professor of Accounting

We seek a teacher-scholar or experienced practitioner whose primary expertise is in Accounting and who can connect accounting principles, financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and business decision-making to contemporary organizational challenges. The successful candidate will help students develop the analytical, ethical, and professional competencies necessary for success in accounting and related business professions.

Particular emphasis will be placed on financial accounting, managerial accounting, auditing, taxation, accounting information systems, and internal controls. Secondary teaching contributions in Finance, Business Analytics, Economics, or related business disciplines are desirable but not required. The ideal candidate will support student preparation for CPA licensure, professional certifications, internships, and career placement opportunities.

Responsibilities

Teaching

• Teach undergraduate and graduate Accounting courses, including areas such as:
  • Principles of Accounting
  • Intermediate Accounting
  • Managerial Accounting
  • Auditing
  • Tax Accounting
  • Advanced or Corporate Accounting
  • Accounting Information Systems
• Support selected courses in Finance, Economics, Business Analytics, or related disciplines based on departmental needs and candidate expertise
• Contribute to MBA and future graduate programs
• Develop innovative courses that address emerging industry trends, such as:
  • Accounting Analytics
  • Sustainability Accounting and Reporting
  • ESG Reporting and Assurance
  • AI Applications in Accounting
  • Forensic Accounting
  • Wealth Management and Personal Finance
• Integrate technology, quantitative reasoning, and data analytics into accounting education
• Incorporate experiential learning through case studies, simulations, consulting projects, internships, and community partnerships

Professional Engagement and Scholarship

• Maintain ongoing professional, scholarly, or practice-based engagement consistent with the mission of a teaching-focused institution
• Contribute intellectual and professional activities through peer-reviewed scholarship, professional presentations, consulting activities, applied projects, industry certifications, or other recognized forms of engagement
• Support student participation in applied learning, professional development, and career oriented projects
• Remain current with developments in accounting standards, professional practice, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies

Service and Student Engagement

• Advise undergraduate and graduate students
• Mentor students pursuing CPA licensure, internships, and professional careers in accounting and related fields
• Support student organizations, accounting competitions, and employer engagement initiatives
• Contribute to curriculum development, assessment, accreditation, and continuous program improvement
• Participate in departmental, university, professional, and community service activities

Qualifications

Education

• Ph.D., DBA, or other terminal degree in Accounting or a closely related field from an accredited institution by the time of appointment; or
• Master's degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline with substantial professional accounting experience

Experience

• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness or significant professional leadership experience

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to teach core Accounting courses at the undergraduate level and one applied field
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and mentoring skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential preferred and highly valued
• Professional experience in public accounting, auditing, taxation, corporate accounting, financial reporting, consulting, banking, or related fields
• Expertise in one or more areas such as auditing, taxation, financial accounting, managerial accounting, accounting information systems, forensic accounting, or accounting analytics
• Experience teaching upper-level accounting courses
• Interest in integrating data analytics, technology, or AI tools into accounting education
• Experience mentoring student research, internships, or applied projects
• Interest in interdisciplinary collaboration across business and health-related programs
• Commitment to student success, career readiness, and professional preparation

Work Remotely - No

Work Location: Buffalo, NY

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000 ‒ $75,000 Annually

Additional Salary Information

The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education and qualifications.

About D'Youville University

Shaping the Future of Education at D'Youville University

D’Youville University, a nationally ranked private university in Buffalo, New York, is transforming lives through a unique blend of academics and holistic development. Committed to promoting a health mind, body, and spirit, D’Youville empowers individuals to realize their potential, thrive in their careers, and make meaningful contributions to society.

A Dynamic and Purpose-Driven Community

Located on Buffalo’s vibrant West Side, just blocks from a bustling downtown, D’Youville University is deeply embedded in an energetic, diverse urban landscape. Under the visionary leadership of President Lorrie Clemo, the university is undergoing an exciting evolution, with innovative initiatives designed to meet societal needs, elevate student experiences, expand career readiness, and solidify our role as a leader in 21st-century education.

A Place for Growth and Innovation

D’Youville University offers education across health sciences and business, with a range of degree levels, advanced certificates, accelerated paths, and community-engaged learning experiences. Our dedication to preparing students for successful careers is showcased in our national ranking for social mobility making us the top private university in the City of Buffalo.

Why Work with Us?

As a D’Youville University Saint, you’ll be joining a collaborative, innovation-driven community committed to academic excellence, social responsibility, and transformative growth. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a university making a real difference—for our students, our community, and our world. Explore the possibilities at dyu.edu.

All job offers are contingent upon legal authorization to work in New York State as determined by the NYS Department of Labor.