Part-Time Academic (COMM 1102: Introductory Accounting II - Managerial) - Winter 2027

Part-Time Academics are needed to teach five sections of the following course in the Winter term from January to April 2027 – COMM 1102 Introductory Accounting II (Managerial).

• Section 2 Tuesday and Thursday 08:35-09:55
• Section 3 Monday and Wednesday 14:35-15:55
• Section 4 Tuesday and Thursday 11:35-12:55
• Section 5 Tuesday and Thursday 13:05-14:25
• Section 6 Monday and Wednesday 11:35-12:55

The first Section will be taught by faculty member Laura Cumming who will also serve this course as its overall coordinator. In your application, please clearly mention which of these sections you are available to teach. Please also note that at most two of these sections can be offered to the same applicant, and that preference will be given to candidates who can be given two sections.

Course Description

This course provides an introduction to the use of accounting information by managers, within the organization. This course examines how accounting can provide information to assist management in their planning, decision-making and performance evaluation activities. Both qualitative and quantitative information supports this decision-making. Emphasis is on management accounting and analysis, with the following objectives: To develop an understanding of the kinds of accounting information managers need; To examine managerial accounting methodologies and develop the analytical and procedural skills related thereto; To prepare accounting reports which are useful for management planning, control and decision making; To develop an awareness of the limitations of managerial accounting information.

The Part-Time Academic will be responsible for the organization of their assigned section(s) of the course, preparation and delivery of appropriate teaching and evaluation materials, student assessment, and assurance of learning. The Part-Time Academic shall also hold two additional hours of office hours per week for direct consultation by students, for which office space will be provided.

This is a position with a strong emphasis on high-quality teaching, excellent communication and dedication to student success.

• A Canadian CPA designation and/or a Master’s degree in Management, Commerce, Business Administration or a related field is essential.
• Candidates must also have demonstrated good knowledge of the specific subject matter, and completion of a PhD, a PhD in progress and prior teaching or related work experience in practice are considered to be strong assets.
• Preference will further be given to candidates with experience or interests in creating innovative pedagogical materials that can also incorporate principles of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (EDIA).

All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.