Chair of Accounting
About the Company
Prestigious public university
Industry
Education Management
Type
Educational Institution
Founded
1867
Employees
1-10
Categories
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Chair, Associate / Full Professor of Accounting to lead its department with a strong focus on excellence in accounting education. The successful candidate will be responsible for advancing the department's mission, fostering innovation in teaching, and supporting faculty development. This leadership role also involves driving strategic initiatives that enhance student success and maintaining Scholarly Academic (SA) status in line with AACSB standards. The Chair will have the opportunity to shape curriculum development, promote research productivity, and build collaborative relationships with the accounting profession and business community.
Applicants for the Chair position should be accomplished academic leaders with a commitment to the values of the department and the university. The role requires a visionary leader who can align the department's goals with the university's strategic objectives. A strong background in accounting, a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a related field, and a proven track record in research and teaching are essential. The ideal candidate will have experience in curriculum development, a history of fostering faculty and student success, and the ability to engage with the professional community to benefit the department and its students.
Travel Percent
Less than 10%
Functions
Chair Of • Montgomery, AL, United States