"Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Accounting (Tax)"

• Seeking innovative Accounting academics, ideally with Tax expertise
• Utilise your passion and expertise for cross-disciplinary teaching and research
• Permanent, full-time role based at AUT's City Campus in Auckland

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is bold and unapologetically different, centred on students and grounded in Knowledge that Works driven by talented, progressive people. We are New Zealand’s newest university, ranked 5-stars by QS Universities 2025 and a place of opportunity where more than 26,000 students with talent and potential succeed, supported by a community of more than 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. Built on collaboration, shared purpose and the values of Pono (fact, truth, reality, integrity), Tika (acting accordingly, doing what is needed, ethical expression), and Aroha (empathy, care, compassion). AUT offers an innovative, forward-thinking environment where committed people work together to improve outcomes for students, communities, and the world.

AUT recognises the importance of Te Tiriti, Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership, and contribution across our university and is committed to creating environments where these communities can thrive. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.

Accounting Department

AUT's Accounting Department is part of our dynamic and forward-thinking Business School. In line with AUT's positioning as a university of opportunity and New Zealand's only university of technology, we care about student success. We pride ourselves on the work-integrated learning opportunities offered to students, and our overall reputation for academic excellence and positive social impact. AUT's Business School holds two of the most prestigious global business school accreditations: EQUIS and AACSB, attesting to the quality of its research, programmes and processes.

To learn more about our Accounting Department, please click here: https://www.aut.ac.nz/research/academic-departments/accounting

The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

We have exciting permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) opportunities for Lecturers/Senior Lecturers to make significant impact and develop their career in teaching, research and service.

We are particularly interested in accounting scholars who can contribute to our teaching and research in Tax.

We embrace practice-led, research-informed approaches to teaching. Your contributions to programme and course development will support our continuous-improvement focus. You will teach across programmes as assigned by the Head of Department and be comfortable using digital resources to enhance learning. You will publish actively in your specialised field/s and contribute to research with real-world impact. We offer an excellent research environment with individual research funds and opportunities to apply for contestable research funds, and with guidance available from senior scholars. It is also expected that over time the successful candidate will seek and attract external research funding, engage with government, business, professional bodies and the community, and contribute to School/Faculty activities.

Please see the position description available for more information.

About you | Ko wai koe

As an academic member of staff at AUT, you’ll blend teaching, research and engagement to create outcomes that have real impact on the world. You’ll work closely with students, collaborate across disciplines and contribute to projects alongside our industry and community partners. With room to experiment, develop your skills and refine your practice, you’ll be supported to make impactful contributions to both learning and discovery.

You will bring an open, engaging, and collaborative approach, with the flexibility to respond to changing requirements, and actively contribute to a positive and collegial environment. You will demonstrate cultural awareness and respect when engaging with indigenous peoples and culturally diverse communities. Experience supporting indigenous, equity, or inclusion focused initiatives is desirable.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou 

At AUT, you’ll be part of a values-led university that supports you to thrive in your academic career. We offer:

• Clear, visible pathways to grow your academic profile and global impact
• Recognition frameworks that reflect your contributions to teaching, research, citizenship and living our values
• Mentoring and support for research grants, sabbaticals and publication
• Access to our labs, databases and real-world research partnerships
• Māori and Pacific development programmes that strengthen our shared purpose
• Cultural capability uplift development programmes for all staff
• Professional development to keep you moving forward
• Free gym membership

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono 

Along with your full academic CV (including a complete list of publications) please also submit:

a) a cover letter explaining why this particular role (and AUT) is of interest and how your experience aligns with some, or all, of the selection criteria we're seeking below; and

b) Evidence of high-quality teaching and satisfactory student evaluations.

1. Qualification:

• A PhD in Accounting.

2. Teaching:

• More experienced candidates will have previous lecturing experience in Accounting, evidence of curriculum development and preferably experience supervising Masters and/or PhD students.
• An early career academic will ideally have at least some previous teaching assistant experience in Accounting.
• Please highlight any experience/ability to teach Tax; and if relevant, auditing.
• Proficiency in using data analytics tools for accounting applications is highly desirable.

3. Research:

• An early career academic will have the basis of a solid research pipeline. Evidence of proactively pursuing external research income is desirable.
• More experienced candidates will already have a more established research programme and a proven research track record with quality publications and also success in external funding bid). Evidence of securing or contributing to external research income is desirable.

4. Citizenship and Service:

• Contribution to collegial development of the Department and Faculty through respectful and transparent interactions with colleagues.
• Engagement with external community members, industries, government, professional accounting bodies or other stakeholders to disseminate research and create opportunities.
• Experience in engaging with media and translating their research to more general audiences is preferable.

5. Equity and Te Aronui

• A champion for equity, diversity and inclusion. Supportive of AUT’s Te Aronui journey (https://www.aut.ac.nz/about/maori/auts-commitment-to-Te-Tiriti-o-Waitangi)

Please feel free to add any further comments you feel may also support your application. All applications must be submitted through the online application process.

Further Information | Pārongo Anō

• Start Date: ASAP (to be agreed with the appointee).
• Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: Lecturer - $92,567 to $110,166; Senior Lecturer - $113,413 to $148,295 (appointment level and salary will be commensurate with skills and experience of the successful candidate).
• For academic enquiries: Contact Professor Anil Narayan, Head of Department Accounting: anil.narayan@aut.ac.nz. For recruitment enquiries: Contact Mike Wood: AUT Executive Recruitment Partner – mike.wood@aut.ac.nz.

Closing Date for applications | Te rā aukati: Sunday 15 March at 11.55pm

Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 94537

_At AUT we strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We are committed to te Tiriti, excellence and inclusivity and aspire to be the University of choice for Māori and Pacific communities. We welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs._Please note that all applications must be submitted through the online application process. For further information, please send us an enquiry here or call 921 9499. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email. You will need to apply through the standard registration process.

Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi.

With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive.