Lecturer in Accounting & Finance (x2 posts)

Kingston Business School is seeking to appoint an ambitious and talented Lecturer in Accounting & Finance to join the Department of Accounting, Finance and Informatics.

We are particularly interested in applications from early-career researchers with expertise in Accounting and Finance who can contribute to both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and demonstrate the potential to develop a strong research profile.

The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery and enhancement of our Accounting and Finance portfolio through high-quality teaching, assessment, module leadership and student support. You will be expected to teach across a range of Accounting and Finance subjects, contribute to curriculum development and quality enhancement, and support student recruitment and engagement activities.

The role provides an opportunity to develop and maintain an active programme of research aligned to Kingston University's Research Domain Framework. You will contribute to the Department's research culture through publications, conference participation, collaborative research projects and engagement with external partners.

You will hold, or be close to completing, a PhD in Accounting or Finance and demonstrate a commitment to excellence in both teaching and research. You should be able to teach Accounting and Finance subjects at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and have experience of supporting diverse student cohorts. A developing research profile, evidenced through a publication pipeline, conference presentations or other scholarly activities, is essential.

The Department of Accounting, Finance and Informatics delivers a broad portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and maintains strong links with industry, professional bodies and external stakeholders. Our academic staff are actively engaged in research, knowledge exchange and pedagogic innovation, creating an environment that supports both academic excellence and professional relevance.

There are two full-time, permanent positions with a starting salary of £45,025 per annum.

Interviews are expected to take place on Thursday, 20 August 2026.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr John Sebastian Pereira, Head of Department, Accounting, Finance and Informatics.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.

To apply click on ‘Apply Now’. If, for accessibility reasons, you need to apply in an alternative format, please email jobs@kingston.ac.uk or call the HR Shared Services team on 020 8417 3118.

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