
Lecturer in Accounting and Finance
Job Description
Interested in making a change from industry? Do you have a passion for working with students? If so, why not join our Department of Finance and Economics.
About You
We are seeking enthusiastic and forward-thinking academics to join us as lecturers in accounting and finance. We want to speak to people with relevant subject expertise, a passion for developing others and creative and collaborative mindsets. You will:
Have a strong industry background in Corporate Reporting & Assurance, Financial Strategy or Management Accounting.
Hold a professional qualification from ACCA, ICAEW or CIMA
Have a desire to shape our future curriculum.
Be passionate about supporting students into great graduate roles.
Be committed to developing your external profile and contributing to the wider academic and professional community.
About Us
Our department is one of the largest and most vibrant Finance and Economics departments in the UK, with over 2,000 students and more than 80 academic staff. Our triple accreditation places us in the top 1% of business schools worldwide - a mark of excellence in both education and research.
We are currently focused on
Delivering a refreshed portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
Expanding into emerging and interdisciplinary areas aligned with our strategic priorities and the future needs of graduate employers
Innovating in Learning, Teaching and Assessment to meet the evolving needs of students and employers (including the integration of AI and the development of future-facing skills).
Why Join Us?
You'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced department that places student success and graduate outcomes at the heart of everything we do. Collaboration is central to our culture, within the department and across the Business School, providing you with the opportunity to contribute to energetic and expert teams.
If you're passionate about shaping the next generation of finance professionals and contributing to a department that values innovation, impact, and excellence, we'd love to hear from you.
Please feel free to send any informal enquiries to Anna Egan (Head of Department) via [email protected]
Formal applications should be submitted via our recruitment portal. Please submit a CV and Cover Letter only. The cover letter should be no more than 300 words in length.
Successful candidates will be invited to do the following:
Take part in an interview with members of the department's senior leadership team.
Deliver a 15 min presentation (with an additional 10 min Q&A time) to members of the department on a topic of the department's choosing.
Find out more about our story and explore our campus!
Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.
Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.
Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.
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Details
Location:
Manchester All Saints Campus
Faculty / Function:
Business & Law
Salary:
Grade 8
Closing Date:
27 October 2026
Contract Type:
Permanent
Contracted Hours per week:
37
Benefits
- 35 days leave + Christmas closure + Bank holidays
- Travel loan
- Wellbeing platform
- Life insurance
- Access to Campus Facilities
- Enhanced parental leave
- High-quality guaranteed pension
- Meet the recruiter
### Neha Phanse
[email protected]
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