Bentley University

Lecturer, Accounting

Bentley University$117K — $143K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree related to accounting required; CPA preferred.
  • Experience in teaching taxation at undergraduate and graduate levels.
  • Engaged in professional practice and continuously updating knowledge.
  • Familiarity with Brightspace and Zoom, or willingness to learn.
  • Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive classroom environment.

Responsibilities

  • Teach taxation courses at undergraduate and graduate levels.
  • Manage a teaching load of eight courses per academic year.
  • Engage and support student organizations within the accounting department.
  • Develop and implement inclusive teaching strategies.
  • Continuously update course materials to maintain relevance.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive 'total rewards' package including competitive compensation.
  • Robust benefits and career development opportunities.
  • Generous paid time off and workplace flexibility.
  • Supportive and positive employee experience.
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
The Department of Accounting at Bentley University invites applications for a lecturer position to begin in the Fall of 2027. We seek candidates with an ability and willingness to teach in the areas of taxation at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Experience with data analytics will be especially attractive. The Lecturer contract carries an eight-course teaching load to be completed in spring and fall in one academic year. While class sizes may vary, courses are generally capped at 35 students.

The Accounting Department offers an array of courses supporting BS Accounting, MS Accounting, and MBA (Accounting concentration) degrees at Bentley University. We also support the Advanced Standing in Accounting program (https://www.bentley.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/advanced-standing-programs) where some of our top students pursue the BS and MS degrees. The department actively engages with students outside the classroom through initiatives and support of student organizations including Beta Alpha Psi (BAP; https://www.bentleybap.org/), National Association of Black Accountants (NABA; https://bentley.campusgroups.com/naba/home/), Information Systems Audit Control Association (ISACA; https://bentley.campusgroups.com/ISACA/), and The Lab for Economics, Accounting, and Finance (LEAF; https://www.bentley.edu/centers/leaf), to name a few examples. For more information about the Department of Accounting faculty, please see faculty profiles at https://faculty.bentley.edu/department.php?dept=Accounting.

Minimum Qualifications:

A master's degree related to accounting is required. Professional designation preferred (e.g., CPA). Candidates should be dedicated to excellence in teaching and engaged in relevant and substantive professional practice at the time of hire while having sustained currency and relevancy through continued professional experience and engagement. Must be familiar with Brightspace and Zoom or have a willingness to learn. Bentley University makes training available for both platforms.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, candidates must submit the following as part of the application before October 15, 2026.
  • A current curriculum vitae
  • A letter of interest
  • Teaching Statement, which should include a description of how the faculty member has demonstrated or intends to create and support an inclusive classroom environment
  • Evidence of excellence in teaching (teaching evaluations)


Pay Transparency:

At Bentley we offer a "total rewards" package designed to attract, motivate, retain, and reward our employees. This includes competitive compensation, robust benefits, career development and opportunities, generous paid time off, workplace flexibility and a positive, engaging employee experience. In alignment with the Massachusetts Pay Transparency Act and our commitment to equity and transparency, we're sharing the salary grade range for this role. The grade range is based on market data and the scope of responsibilities. Final pay will depend on your experience, education, and other relevant qualifications.

Salary Ranges (depending on rank, qualifications and experience):
  • Lecturer: $117,195 - $143,238


If you have questions about the salary grade range or need additional information, please contact us at [redacted].

Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening.

About Bentley University

Bentley University is a private university located in Waltham, Massachusetts. The university was founded in 1917 as a school of accounting and finance and has since expanded to offer undergraduate and graduate programs in business and the arts and sciences. Bentley University is known for its strong business programs and has been ranked as one of the top business schools in the United States by publications such as Bloomberg Businessweek and U.S. News & World Report. The university's campus is located on 163 acres and includes a mix of historic and modern buildings.
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