[Hiring] Adjunct Lecturer, Accounting @Merrimack College

Role Description

The Girard School of Business at Merrimack College has an opening for an online bachelor completion program course: Accounting for Business, for an 8-week online session in the Spring 2027 semester.

Accounting for Business (ACC2203-OM) Online, asynchronous

This course will run for 8 weeks, beginning either on January 13, 2027 or March 15, 2027.

Course descriptions:

• This course is designed to develop the students’ ability to read and interpret internal and external financial reports.
• Understand underlying concepts and use information in making informed decisions.
• Understand the effects of management decisions on financial reports and performance.
• Topics include:
• Basic concepts of the accounting process
• Preparation of financial statements
• Analysis and application of generally accepted accounting principles
• Accounting for manufacturing operations
• Cost-volume-profit analysis
• Relevant costing
• Budgeting
• Financial statement analysis

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business or related area, Ph.D. preferred.
• College teaching experience is preferred, although related work experience may be considered.

Requirements

• Cover letter (with availability) stating motivation and interest in the position.
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Syllabi (if applicable).
• Teaching evaluations (past two years only).
• This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Benefits

• Minimum: $5,000 per 4-credit course.
• Minimum: $3,750 per lab section.
• The actual pay offered will be determined based on factors such as candidate qualifications, prior experience, scope of responsibilities, internal equity, and market considerations.

Company Description

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts, and empower lives, inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue.

Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission. All candidates should describe in their application how they will foster a culture that supports our mission.