Accounting Faculty - Open Rank

University of Arkansas System • Fort Smith, AR

18h • $100,000 - $110,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is hiring an open-rank, non-tenure-track Accounting faculty member in its AACSB-accredited program. The role includes developing and teaching assigned undergraduate accounting courses, maintaining an active scholarly research agenda sufficient to maintain AACSB Scholarly Academic status, and engaging with the accounting profession and business community. Courses may include financial and managerial accounting, cost and intermediate accounting, advanced accounting, taxation, accounting information systems, auditing, and governmental or not-for-profit accounting.

The faculty member will contribute to curriculum planning, assessment of student learning, evaluation of instruction, student advising, recruitment and retention, and college and University service. The position also involves mentoring students, supporting experiential learning and career development, maintaining relationships with employers and professional organizations, and incorporating relevant accounting technologies and emerging tools into instruction. The position reports to the department head of Business in the College of Business and Industry.

Work is primarily in an office and classroom setting, with work in other University settings as needed. Occasional travel and work outside normal business hours may be required. The role uses standard computer and instructional technology.

Requirements

• Doctorate with an emphasis in Accounting from an accredited institution.
• ABD candidates may be considered if they will complete the doctorate by December 2026 for a Spring 2027 start or August 2027 for a Fall 2027 start.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse body of students, staff, and faculty.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching, including use of technology and appropriate active and experiential learning strategies.
• Ability to maintain an active research agenda.
• Ability and willingness to engage with external stakeholders.
• Well-developed communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills.
• Knowledge of current and emerging accounting technologies and their application to the accounting profession and accounting education.

Nice To Haves

• Previous teaching experience across multiple delivery modes, including fully online.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current and emerging technologies relevant to the accounting profession.
• Accounting or related professional certifications, such as CPA or CMA.
• Professional accounting experience.
• Experience with accounting information systems, data analytics, artificial intelligence or generative AI, or other emerging technologies relevant to the accounting profession.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach assigned undergraduate accounting courses in classroom, online, hybrid, and technology-enhanced formats.
• Maintain an active scholarly research agenda and disseminate scholarship through peer-reviewed publications, professional presentations, conferences, or other scholarly and professional outlets.
• Engage with the accounting profession, business community, employers, professional accounting organizations, and community partners.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate curriculum.
• Assess student learning and evaluate instruction to support continuous improvement.
• Advise and mentor students, including support for career preparation, student research, internships, and professional development.
• Participate in college and University service, committees, accreditation responsibilities, and required faculty and administrative meetings and events.
• Support student recruitment and retention.
• Incorporate appropriate accounting technologies, data analytics, accounting information systems, spreadsheet applications, and emerging technologies into instruction.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere through communication and conduct that foster teamwork and collegiality.

Benefits

• University contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance.
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families.
• 12 official holidays.
• Immediate leave accrual.
• Choice of retirement programs with University contributions ranging from 5 to 10 percent of employee salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree