Adjunct Faculty – Financial Accounting – (Spring 2027)

Grand Canyon University

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AZ Phoenix Until 10/4/2026 3+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted August 5, 2026 Last posted August 5, 2026
Job description

Make a Difference at Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon University (GCU) is seeking passionate adjunct instructors to help prepare the next generation of professionals and leaders. As an adjunct, you will provide engaging, high-quality instruction while supporting student success in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

The Colangelo College of Business is a Christian business school for servant leaders and innovation based upon ethics, purpose and stakeholder integration to help communities prosper and flourish.

Financial Accounting: This course is an introduction to the accounting cycle and the construction of financial statements. Students explore the fundamental principles and practices of financial accounting as outlined by Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); the steps in the accounting cycle from journalizing transactions through the preparation of financial statements; and the use and interpretation of the balance sheet, income statement, and statement of cash flows.

Why Work at GCU?

  • Tuition benefits for adjunct employees
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Employee perks and discounts
  • On-campus fitness and wellness resources
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives

Location:

GCU Main Campus – Phoenix, AZ

  • In-person, on-campus instruction
  • Term: Spring 2027 (01/04/27 – 04/25/2027)

What You Will Do

  • Facilitate classroom instruction and discussions
  • Engage students in achieving course learning outcomes
  • Assess student performance and provide feedback
  • Incorporate current industry knowledge and best practices into teaching
  • Support the mission and values of Grand Canyon University

What You Will Bring

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Masters in Accounting (MSA) or Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
  • 3 years accounting experience or 5 years business experience with accounting responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications:

  • PhD/DBA in accounting or other business related discipline. 

Before submitting your application, please attach the following to review:

  • Your unofficial transcript reflecting degree earned with 18 graduate credit hours in the areas listed above
  • Your unofficial transcripts for any applicable conferred graduate degrees

Join GCU and help students discover their purpose, achieve their goals, and make an impact in their communities.

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About this role

Summary

Teach financial accounting, assess student performance, incorporate industry knowledge, support university mission.

Job title

Adjunct Faculty – Financial Accounting – (Spring 2027)

Experience level

3+ years or 5+ years business experience with accounting responsibilities

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

education

Location requirements

On-campus in Phoenix, AZ; no remote work allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

masters in accounting or mbacpa or cma

Preferred skills

phd or dba in accounting or business

Specializations

financial accountingGAAPaccounting cyclefinancial statements
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Phoenix, AZ, USA

On-site City