Accounting Assistant Professor or Assistant Professor of Practice

Princeton Review , and other respected organizations. The Accounting Department has experienced significant enrollment growth and offers its undergraduate accounting major at both the Vermillion and Sioux Falls campuses, making it the largest major within the school.At the graduate level, students may complete coursework either on campus or through the online Master of Accountancy (MAcc) program, including the Accounting Analytics certificate. Now in its 14th year, the online program has earned national recognition for its affordability and strong CPA examination pass rates.Through the efforts of the Beacom School's Career Success Center, the accounting program maintains an exceptionally high placement rate. Students consistently secure internships and full-time positions with Big Four, national, and regional public accounting firms, as well as leading industry employers.The department maintains strong ties to the accounting profession through active engagement with practitioners and close collaboration with its Advisory Council. In addition, its faculty are widely recognized for excellence in teaching and student mentorship.The successful candidate will be expected to teach classes a variety of undergraduate and/or graduate courses in accounting. The faculty member is expected to provide an outstanding educational experience to students through classroom teaching, mentorship, and student activities outside the classroom. Duties include outstanding teaching, scholarly research, and service for the Department, University, profession, and broader community.Responsibilities:- Teach both undergraduate and graduate classes in accounting.- The successful candidate will be expected to teach classes on our Vermillion campus, Sioux Falls campus and online.- Bring a unique and innovative educational experience to students through both classroom teaching and mentorship.- Engage in related scholarly research and service for the Department, profession, and broader community. Minimum Qualifications for tenure track position :• Ph.D. in accounting from an AACSB-International accredited business school is required, although ABDs with successful defense by the start date will be considered.• Record of, or potential for, contribution to the scholarship of accounting.• Proficiency in oral and written communication. Minimum Qualifications for non-tenure track position : • Significant professional experience in the discipline.• Record of, or potential for, contribution to the scholarship of accounting.• Proficiency in oral and written communication. Closing Date: Open Until Filled: First Consideration Date: 10/18/2026 Advertised Salary: commensurate with qualifications Duration of the Term: 9 months If Other, describe duration: Appointment Percent: 100 Work Hours: Typical Hours Worked Per Week: 40 Appointment Type: Regular Faculty Status: Scope of Search: External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search: External (includes Internal) This position requires: If other, please indicate: Department Description and Cultural Expectations: The University of South Dakota is a comprehensive, liberal-arts-based state institution with an enrollment of approximately 10,000 students. Basic and professional programs are available in the Beacom School of Business, School of Law, School of Medicine, School of Education, College of Fine Arts, and the College of Arts and Sciences.The Beacom School of Business is the leading business school in South Dakota and the region offering students a quality business education that goes beyond expectations. Our alumni have become global leaders in such fields as accounting, finance, economics, management, marketing, entrepreneurship, business analytics and health services administration. The school offers multiple undergraduate majors in both Vermillion and Sioux Falls, including marketing, finance, accounting, management, human resources, health services administration, business administration, business analytics, agribusiness leadership, and economics, as well as Master of Business Administration, Master of Accountancy, and Master of Science in Business Analytics degrees in Vermillion as well as online. Excellence in teaching is our expectation, both in the classroom and in mentoring and advising students outside of class. We deliver an innovative curriculum using the newest instructional methods. The Accounting Department expects strong faculty involvement outside the classroom through interaction with its' student groups including Beta Alpha Psi.The Beacom School of Business boasts:• accreditation by the AACSB International, placing the Beacom School of Business among 6% of business schools similarly accredited worldwide.• an online MBA program ranked #24 in the "Top 25" programs by Princeton Review• more than $400,000 in scholarships to business students awarded each year• strong corporate relationships providing excellent career opportunities for our graduatesPlease visit our website at http://www.usd.edu/business for more information. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse. Contact Information: To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu/postings/49810 je-f24d4b29fe824dc7bef2a89599b53693