Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Taxation
Location: Milton Keynes | Department: Department for Accounting & Finance | Salary: £47,389 to £67,468 | Closing Date: 25 February 2026 | Weekly Hours: 37 | Contract Type: Permanent / Fixed Term
About the Role
We are seeking to recruit a full-time or part-time Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Taxation. The successful candidate will make a significant contribution to the Department for Accounting and Finance and to our multi-accredited Accounting and Finance degrees. Applications are particularly welcome from candidates with experience in taxation and auditing.
The Open University Business School is triple accredited (AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS). Our courses are studied by a wide range of people from all backgrounds. We promote social justice and social mobility through genuine access to university education for all.
Key Responsibilities
A successful candidate will have the following responsibilities:
* Teaching, by preparing module material (including writing module units and designing assessments) as a member of a module team contributing to the presentation of modules and monitoring teaching quality.
* Undertaking disciplinary scholarship and knowledge exchange that informs curriculum.
* Contributing to the general academic and professional life of the School as agreed.
* If applying and appointed as a Senior Lecturer: mentoring early career academics, providing academic leadership in module and qualification development, leading or co-leading scholarship or knowledge-exchange projects, contributing to strategic planning and enhancement of teaching, taking on leadership roles such as programme lead, pathway lead or committee chair where appropriate.
About You
The successful candidate is expected to have a PhD in accounting or relevant professional accounting/tax body qualification (e.g., ICAEW, ICAS, ACCA, ATT, CIOT) to support teaching and knowledge exchange in accounting and taxation. A list of essential/desirable criteria is given below:
Essential:
* A relevant professional accounting/tax body qualification (e.g., ICAEW, ICAS, ACCA, ATT, CIOT).
* A track record of excellent teaching in accounting and taxation, including curriculum and pedagogical design and development and a commitment to providing quality service to students.
* A good understanding of developing complex accounting or taxation teaching materials.
* A commitment to professionalism as a colleague and proven ability to work with others as a team member.
* A strong commitment to excellence in inclusive learning and teaching for a diverse student population.
* Ability to communicate complex and conceptual ideas to a range of groups.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills including networking and relationship building.
* Ability to teach at residential schools or other direct student contact as required.
* Ability to work with competing priorities and to tight deadlines.
* Additionally for the Senior Lecturer role: Evidence of leadership in teaching, scholarship and/or knowledge exchange in accounting, taxation, or auditing.
* Additionally for the Senior Lecturer role: Evidence of supporting others to succeed in achieving objectives.
Desirable:
* Evidence of successful supervision of MA/MSc and/or PhD students.
* Evidence of working with professional accounting bodies.
* Experience relevant to internet-based teaching materials or virtual learning environments.
* Experience with work-based or practice-based learning.
* Understanding of the role (or potential) of accountancy in meeting the UN sustainable development goals.
Support with your application
If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on 01908 541111 or email careers@open.ac.uk quoting the advert reference number.
What's in it for you?
At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Details of benefits are available on our Staff Benefits page.
Flexible working
We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether it’s a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement, please reach out to discuss what works best for you.
Working Location: It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, with some attendance in the office. The role is contractually aligned to Milton Keynes, and attendance may be required at least once per fortnight, depending on business needs.
Next steps in the Recruitment process
Interviews will likely be held in early March 2026.
Early closing date notification
We may close this job advert earlier than the published closing date where a satisfactory number of applications are received. We encourage early applications.
How to apply
To apply for this role please submit the following document(s):
* CV
* A Supporting Statement of up to 1000 words. Begin by stating whether you are applying for the Lecturer or Senior Lecturer post, and outline how your skills meet the essential criteria.
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Contact us
If you have any queries about the recruitment process or your application, please contact: careers@open.ac.uk
Equality, diversity and inclusion
The Open University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and seeks to recruit a diverse pool of applicants. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
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