Lecturer, Accounting

About the role

The Department of Accounting at Bentley University invites applications for a lecturer position to begin in the Fall of 2027. We seek candidates with an ability and willingness to teach in the areas of taxation at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Experience with data analytics will be especially attractive.

The Lecturer contract carries an eight-course teaching load to be completed in spring and fall in one academic year. While class sizes may vary, courses are generally capped at 35 students.

About the department

The Accounting Department offers an array of courses supporting BS Accounting, MS Accounting, and MBA (Accounting concentration) degrees at Bentley University. We also support the Advanced Standing in Accounting program where some of our top students pursue the BS and MS degrees.

The department actively engages with students outside the classroom through initiatives and support of student organizations including Beta Alpha Psi (BAP), National Association of Black Accountants (NABA), Information Systems Audit Control Association (ISACA), and The Lab for Economics, Accounting, and Finance (LEAF), to name a few examples.

Qualifications

• A master's degree related to accounting is required
• Professional designation preferred (e.g., CPA)
• Candidates should be dedicated to excellence in teaching and engaged in relevant and substantive professional practice at the time of hire while having sustained currency and relevancy through continued professional experience and engagement
• Must be familiar with Brightspace and Zoom or have a willingness to learn (Bentley University makes training available for both platforms)

Application materials

For full consideration, candidates must submit the following as part of the application before October 15, 2026:

• A current curriculum vitae
• A letter of interest
• Teaching Statement, which should include a description of how the faculty member has demonstrated or intends to create and support an inclusive classroom environment
• Evidence of excellence in teaching (teaching evaluations)

Pay

Salary ranges depending on rank, qualifications and experience: Lecturer: $117,195 - $143,238