Senior Lecturer – Accounting & Auditing (CA69)

About the role

The University of Zululand seeks a Senior Lecturer to lead teaching, research and community engagement in Management Accounting and Finance. The role combines curriculum delivery, scholarly activity and service to the department.

Key responsibilities

• Design and deliver undergraduate programmes in management accounting and finance aligned with the SAICA Competency Framework.
• Facilitate contact and online teaching, including lectures, seminars and tutorials, and assess student performance.
• Contribute to curriculum design and development within the area of specialisation.
• Conduct research, publish in accredited or internationally recognised journals, and disseminate findings.
• Supervise student research projects and develop research capacity.
• Participate in departmental and institutional administrative duties.
• Engage with community projects and initiate new outreach activities.

Required profile

• CA(SA) qualification with a focus on Management Accounting and Finance, or a Masters/Doctoral degree with teaching experience in the same field (PhD preferred).
• Minimum of 3‑4 years experience as a lecturer.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, design curricula, conduct research and publish.
• Experience in academic administration and community engagement.
• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to equal opportunity.
• Proficient in English (spoken, written, reading) and computer literate.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape accounting and finance education at a leading South African university.
• Support for research activities and professional development.
• Engagement with a vibrant academic community.