Associate Tutor - Introduction to Accounting

Birkbeck, University of London, has an excellent opportunity for an Associate Tutor to teach accounting at Birkbeck's Business School next year in 2026. 

As fixed-term, part-time Associate Tutor, you would support the module:

• Introduction to Accounting 
• Spring Term, Mondays, 2-5pm, 9 weeks, & 7.30-9pm, 9 weeks
• Spring Term, Fridays, 2-5pm, 9 weeks of teaching. 

This post offers the opportunity to contribute to an engaging undergraduate module at Birkbeck's Business School. Introduction to Accounting is a compulsory module for students enrolled on our undergraduate programmes.

The module provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of accounting, offering students the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed for further study in accounting, finance, and business.

Topics include the role and purpose of accounting; the accounting equation; preparation of financial statements; accruals and prepayments; depreciation; control accounts; and an introduction to management accounting concepts. The content draws upon examples to support critical engagement and practical understanding.

To succeed as Associate Tutor you should possess sound knowledge of accounting principles and practices, ideally with experience in teaching accounting to undergraduate students. A commitment to supporting student learning and academic development is also essential.

The module is delivered through a combination of pre-recorded lectures made available online and weekly in-person classes. The pre-recorded lectures and reading materials are already in place.

The primary responsibility of the postholder will be to lead the weekly in-person sessions, which are designed to be interactive rather than lecture-based, incorporating exercises and problem-solving activities.

The role also involves the marking of assignments. The Module Convenor will oversee the module and provide ongoing support to the person appointed.

As an Associate Tutor, you will have:

• Advanced experience in teaching and supporting students on academic and research skills.
• A track record of student engagement and want to contribute to an impactful and transformational educational experience.
• The ability able to work both as part of a team and independently as appropriate, and have the ability to support teaching.

This is your chance to be part of a dynamic School at Birkbeck, situated in the heart of London's historic Bloomsbury area, so apply with us today. 

Contract

Fixed-term, part-time contract January 2026-August 2026. Please submit an application form for consideration. Closing date: Sunday 12 October 2025. Interview date: Monday 20 October 2025. 

Remuneration

Payment is based on an hourly rate depending on length of continuous service with the College (starting rate £61.39 per hour inclusive of pro-rata London Allowance and holiday pay) for contact hours worked.

This hourly rate is based on the starting point of Grade 6 and is inclusive of a ‘Duties Related to Teaching Multiplier’ at 2.5, which covers preparation, teaching, administration, assessment marking and other examining duties in connection with the course. 

Enquiries

If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Lorenzo Neri, Module Convenor, on l.neri@bbk.ac.uk.      

If you have difficulty using the recruitment portal, please contact jobs@bbk.ac.uk providing your name and the job reference number of the position. While we are happy to respond to all informal enquiries, only formal applications through the online system will be considered.

We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. The College is committed to improving the gender and cultural diversity of its workforce, holding an Athena SWAN award and operating Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes.

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