Lecturer in Accounting

Te āheinga : The opportunity

At Unitec, we're passionate about the power of education to positively change the lives of our students, their whānau, and the wider hapori. We make sure our learners are well equipped for the future needs of employers, by providing them with a mix of hands‑on and classroom‑based learning.

This is a full‑time permanent salaried position, working 37.5 hours per week and commencing in January 2026.

We're seeking a lecturer with passion and experience for teaching Accounting at our Mt Albert campus. This role involves teaching on our under‑graduate and post‑graduate programmes across management Accounting, Financial Accounting, Audit & Assurance, Accounting Information Systems and / or Taxation. Knowledge and experience in Business Analytics is a bonus.

Our programmes offer an excellent balance between ‘academic excellence’ and ‘industry experience’ for our students’ employability. You’ll have a student‑centred approach and are committed to seeing our students succeed in their learning journey through our unique blended learning programmes which require your academic and professional expertise plus :

• Minimum of a Master level qualification in Accounting
• Previous experience in teaching and supervising at post‑graduate level
• Industry experience in a relevant field
• Commitment to treaty‑based partnership

Join Unitec and be part of a vibrant, forward‑thinking community that champions innovation, inclusivity, and student success. Located on our lush Mt Albert campus, you’ll thrive in a collaborative and supportive team environment that values creativity and fresh ideas. We offer a competitive salary, generous leave entitlements, and continuous professional development to help you grow your career and make a meaningful impact—both in the classroom and beyond.

Tono mai : How to Apply

Please apply online and attach your current CV and covering letter highlighting your skills and experience that make you a perfect fit for this position. If you would like any further information, please contact Emma Derbyshire, People and Culture at

Additional Information

We are looking for the successful candidate to start as soon as possible. We do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received, so we encourage you to apply.

Unitec is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to building a supportive and inclusive environment for all.

This position has been identified as a potential redeployment for kaimahi whose roles have been impacted by a recent change process. As a result, preference and priority will be given to affected kaimahi in the assessment of applications.

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