"Full Time Faculty - Finance/Accounting"

Full Time Faculty - Finance/Accounting

Posting Number: R0004129

Location: Point Loma Campus - San Diego, CA

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition... (university description)

The Fermanian School of Business (FSB) at Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU) is seeking qualified candidates for a Professor of Finance and/or Accounting. The position is a full-time, tenure-track faculty position beginning in August 2026. The ideal candidate must be academically qualified to meet ACBSP accreditation standards. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Fermanian School of Business
The Fermanian School of Business (FSB) is an ACBSP-accredited 'Best Practice' school... (school description)

Salary
PLNU pays its faculty using a pay scale based on experience and academic rank. Faculty salaries using this scale for a 2-semester appointment range from $77,357 to $133,945. The actual salary will be based on the experience, rank, and appointment term of the candidate selected to fill this position.

Benefits
We are pleased to offer attractive benefits... (benefits description)

Job Description:

Responsibilities of Professor of Finance and/or Accounting
Responsibilities begin in August 2026 and will include teaching a variety of courses in Finance and/or Accounting.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate finance and/or accounting courses in a variety of modalities
• Advise and mentor students academically, professionally, and spiritually
• Participate in departmental activities and governance
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts, including FSB assessment and engagement in professional development
• Serve on university faculty committees and perform other normal faculty duties
• Engage in scholarship
• Involve students in research or professional experience as appropriate
• Work strategically with diverse colleagues, students, parents, and community members

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in finance, accounting, taxation, or business
• Ph.D. or DBA earned or in progress in finance or accounting, or a closely related area, or a willingness to earn a Ph.D. or DBA
• Commitment to teaching excellence
• Commitment to ongoing professional activity and scholarship
• Respectful member of a team-driven and collegial environment
• An active and maturing faith in Jesus Christ and a commitment to PLNU as an intentional Christian community in the Wesleyan tradition. This includes living in agreement with PLNU's Community Life Covenant
• The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CFA Certification
• Demonstrated experience as an instructor in accounting and/or finance
• Undergraduate, graduate, and online teaching experience
• Experience teaching diverse student populations
• Relevant business experience

Special Instructions
When beginning your application, be prepared to answer these questions and upload the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Personal Faith
• Philosophy of Teaching in Christian Higher Education
• Provide names and contacts for 3 references...
• Unofficial Transcripts for highest degree completed

Selection Process
Applicants will be expected to submit an application at http://www.pointloma.edu/jobs...