Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Accountancy x1
Job Details
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Job Title: Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Accountancy
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Job ID: 6360
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Contract Type: Permanent
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Occupational Level: Junior Management
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Location: Bloemfontein Campus, Free State
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Organisational Unit: Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences → School of Accountancy
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Closing Date: 8 March 2026
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Assumption of Duties: 1 May 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter
Job Overview
University of the Free State (UFS) invites applications for the position of Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Accountancy within the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, School of Accountancy. This is a permanent academic appointment based at the Bloemfontein Campus.
The role focuses on teaching, research, curriculum development, and academic leadership, contributing to the advancement of accountancy education aligned with professional standards and the evolving demands of the profession.
Key Responsibilities
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Teach, coordinate, and assess Accounting and Financial Accounting modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
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Develop students’ digital acumen and graduate attributes
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Contribute to curriculum development and innovation aligned with professional accountancy bodies such as SAICA
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Advance pedagogical practices within the School of Accountancy
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Conduct research and publish in accredited, high-quality journals
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Present research at conferences, colloquia, workshops, and seminars
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Build and maintain relationships with the academic research community and professional accountancy bodies
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Perform academic and administrative duties within the School
Additional Responsibilities (Senior Lecturer)
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Provide academic leadership and oversee quality assurance processes
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Supervise Honours, Master’s, and PhD students
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Mentor junior academic staff and support their career development
Minimum Requirements and Qualifications
Lecturer
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Master’s degree (NQF Level 9) in Accountancy or a related discipline
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Chartered Accountant (SA) with an NQF Level 8 qualification in Accountancy or related discipline
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Good academic record
Senior Lecturer
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PhD (NQF Level 10) in Accountancy or a related discipline
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Chartered Accountant (SA) with a Master’s degree (NQF Level 9)
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Proven experience in facilitating learning in the accountancy field
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Demonstrated contributions to research and knowledge advancement
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Record of high-quality publications in accountancy
Recommended Skills and Experience
Lecturer
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Practical experience in the field of Accountancy
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Recent lecturing experience at a higher education institution
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Scholarly publication record
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Membership of professional accountancy bodies
Senior Lecturer
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Strong leadership and management skills
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Willingness to contribute to strategic initiatives of the School
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Readiness to serve on the School of Accountancy management team
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Membership of relevant professional accountancy bodies
Salary and Benefits
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Salary: Available on request
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Benefits include:
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Pension scheme
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Medical aid
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Group life insurance
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Housing allowance
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Annual and sick leave
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Service bonus
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Study benefits (subject to conditions)
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Application Process
Applications must be submitted online only via the official UFS vacancy website. Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
Applicants must submit:
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A detailed Curriculum Vitae
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Certified copies of qualifications (including SAQA accreditation for foreign qualifications)
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Copy of South African ID or passport
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Proof of current or previous employment (external applicants)
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Closing Date: 8 March 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.