Instructor of Accounting & Taxation

Department Accounting & Finance, Chair Compensation Negotiable General Description: This is a 9-month, non-tenure earning, Instructor of Accounting & Taxation position in the Department of Accounting & Finance. Position responsibilities include teaching a 4/4 load (four courses in the fall, and four courses in the spring), or its equivalent. In addition, this position includes service responsibilities to the department and college (committee work, mentoring students, etc.). Supervisor : This position reports to the Department Chair. Working Hours: Varies Supervision Exercised: No Required Licensure: N/A Required Qualifications: A master’s degree from an accredited institution in accounting, taxation, or a closely related field OR a C.P.A. license with significant professional experience Demonstrated commitment to effective teaching and student success A record of academic and/or professional engagement consistent with the standards and expectations of an AACSB-accredited college of business Preferred Qualifications / Skills: Professional certification or licenses such as C.P.A., C.M.A., C.I.A., etc. Doctoral degree or associated coursework in accounting, taxation, or related fields Experience teaching accounting or taxation at the undergraduate level Experience teaching accounting or taxation in a professional setting Anticipated Start Date: August 2, 2027 Additional Application Materials Required: Applicants should be prepared to provide the following required documents: Current curriculum vitae Cover letter Name, phone number, and email address of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage. The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire. Additional Requirements: Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions. Passport (all pages including blank pages) and Form DS-160 (if ever submitted. If not, upload an explanation) How to Apply: Applicants must submit an online application that includes all required application documents. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Elise Fellows, Office Manager, Department of Accounting & Finance, at (904) 620-2633 or . Application Review Date: October 15, 2026 Job Posting Close Date: Open until filled. About Department: The Coggin College of Business is an AACSB-accredited college serving approximately 3,500 undergraduate and graduate students and is committed to academic excellence and student success. In August 2026, Coggin opened a new building expansion, providing additional space and resources for students, faculty, academic programs, collaboration, and engagement with the business community. The Department of Accounting & Finance is one of four academic departments within the Coggin College of Business and is home to undergraduate programs in Accounting, Finance, and Financial Planning. The department also offers the Master of Accountancy, the M.S. in Accounting Data Analytics, and the M.S. in FinTech. The department maintains strong relationships with the business communities in Jacksonville and Northeast Florida. For more information about the Coggin College of Business programs, centers, faculty, and strategic initiatives, visit . Statement(s) of Understanding This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check. The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator Equal Opportunity The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. 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