At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the BSc Accountancy programme and innovate curriculum with industry partners.
- Company: Nottingham University Business School, a top international business school.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, 30 days leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive environment with strong support for career progression.
- Why this job: Shape future accountants and engage with leading industry professionals like PwC.
- Qualifications: Professional accounting qualification and experience in higher education teaching.
The predicted salary is between 59966 - 73686 £ per year.
Salary £59,966 to £73,686 per annum pro-rata depending on skills and experience.
Nottingham University Business School is seeking to appoint an experienced academic leader as Associate Professor in Accounting (Teaching Focused) and UG Accountancy Course Director. This role is funded and supported by a longstanding partnership with PwC, providing dedicated funding for the programme and creating exceptional opportunities for student development, professional engagement and curriculum innovation.
As Course Director, you will provide leadership for the BSc Accountancy programme, working closely with academic colleagues, students, PwC and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). You will oversee curriculum development, student experience, quality assurance, professional accreditation and programme enhancement, ensuring the programme continues to meet the needs of students, the profession and industry. You will contribute to teaching and curriculum leadership across accounting, including the delivery and assessment of ICAEW-accredited taxation modules such as Principles of Taxation, Tax Compliance and Business Planning: Taxation. You will also represent the School within national and international academic and professional networks, building strong relationships with key stakeholders.
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:
- A strong record of excellence in undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching.
- Experience of curriculum design, innovation and programme leadership in higher education.
- The ability to teach ICAEW-accredited professional taxation modules and develop professional-level assessments.
- Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills, including experience of supporting and developing colleagues.
Essential qualifications:
- A full professional accounting qualification (ICAEW, ACCA, ICAS or Chartered Accountants Ireland).
- A relevant PhD and/or a recognised higher education teaching qualification, professional recognition aligned to the UK Professional Standards Framework (UKPSF), or equivalent experience.
About Nottingham University Business School:
Nottingham University Business School is a leading international business school with campuses in the UK, China and Malaysia, and holds AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA accreditation across all three locations. With around 180 academic staff, the School is recognised for excellence in research, education and engagement with business, industry and the public sector. We are committed to research-led teaching, sustainability and innovation, preparing students to address contemporary business challenges.
What we offer:
- A friendly, diverse and supportive working environment.
- Hybrid working with a blend of home and campus-based working.
- 30 days’ annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays and University closure days.
- Professional development, training and career progression opportunities.
- Access to a wide range of staff benefits, including health and fitness facilities, discounts and travel schemes.
This is a full-time, permanent post available from September 2026 (36.25 hours per week). If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we may also consider job share arrangements.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Our university is a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community. We welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities and beliefs – indeed this very diversity is vital to our success, it is fundamental to our values and enriches life on campus. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) employer. Increasing the diversity of our community is extremely important to us and we are committed to the aims of Disability Confident Scheme. We are the first university to have achieved Athena Swan Gold Award.
To help you succeed, we published Candidate Guidance to provide support on the application and interview process. We welcome applications from UK, Europe and worldwide and aim to make your move to the UK as smooth as possible. Your application will be considered on an equal basis, subject to the relevant permission to work in the UK as set out by UK Visas & Immigration.
Associate Professor in Accounting and Undergraduate Accounctancy Course Director in Nottingham employer: University Of Nottingham
The University of Nottingham is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and individual contributions. Employees benefit from flexible working hours, access to health facilities, and a generous holiday allowance, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful part-time employment while contributing to a vibrant academic community.
