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Full Time Faculty - Finance/Accounting
Point Loma Nazarene University
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Posted: 12-Nov-25
Location: San Diego, California
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: 6716422
Full Time Faculty - Finance/Accounting
Posting Number: R0004129 Location: Point Loma Campus - San Diego, CA
PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God's kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber, skilled and/or demonstrating great potential in the practice of teaching and scholarship.
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The Fermanian School of Business (FSB) at Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU) is seeking qualified candidates for a Professor of Finance and/or Accounting. The position is a full-time, tenure-track faculty position beginning in August 2026. The ideal candidate must be academically qualified to meet ACBSP accreditation standards. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Fermanian School of Business The Fermanian School of Business (FSB) is an ACBSP-accredited 'Best Practice' school with approximately 900 students across traditional undergraduate degrees in business, and graduate and adult undergraduate degrees in both business and leadership. Our FSB guiding principle is 'more than the bottom line.' FSB is highly collaborative and supportive of scholarship activities. Our traditional undergraduate majors include management, marketing, accounting, finance, information systems, and international development. The FSB also offers an MBA program for experienced professionals, an early career MBA program for recent graduates, and a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership (MAOL). In addition, the FSB offers online and hybrid Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degrees in partnership with local community colleges.
Salary is determined based on years of experience and degree level. The range listed is for a 9-month contract with no summer semester teaching expectations.
Salary PLNU pays its faculty using a pay scale based on experience and academic rank. Faculty salaries using this scale for a 2-semester appointment range from $77,357 to $133,945. The actual salary will be based on the experience, rank, and appointment term of the candidate selected to fill this position.
Benefits We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources. This includes benefits such as health, dental, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, and competitive retirement matching. There also may be opportunities for university assistance with the cost of housing in Southern California. In addition, we have many opportunities to engage with our community, including faculty chapel, weekly faculty lunches, and a robust wellness program.
Job Status: Full time
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Job Description:
Responsibilities of Professor of Finance and/or Accounting
Responsibilities begin in August 2026 and will include teaching a variety of courses in Finance and/or Accounting.
Finance and/or Accounting faculty must have knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques appropriate for effective undergraduate and graduate teaching. They are also expected to have knowledge of ways to instruct, manage, motivate, and evaluate students, and do the following:
Teach undergraduate and graduate finance and/or accounting courses in a variety of modalities
Advise and mentor students academically, professionally, and spiritually
Participate in departmental activities and governance
Participate in continuous improvement efforts, including FSB assessment and engagement in professional development
Serve on university faculty committees and perform other normal faculty duties
Engage in scholarship
Involve students in research or professional experience as appropriate
Work strategically with diverse colleagues, students, parents, and community members
Required Qualifications
Master's degree in finance, accounting, taxation, or business
Ph.D. or DBA earned or in progress in finance or accounting, or a closely related area, or a willingness to earn a Ph.D. or DBA
Commitment to teaching excellence
Commitment to ongoing professional activity and scholarship
Respectful member of a team-driven and collegial environment
An active and maturing faith in Jesus Christ and a commitment to PLNU as an intentional Christian community in the Wesleyan tradition. This includes living in agreement with PLNU's Community Life Covenant
The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check. PLNU will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local 'Fair Chance' laws.
Preferred Qualifications
CPA or CFA Certification
Demonstrated experience as an instructor in accounting and/or finance
Undergraduate, graduate, and online teaching experience
Experience teaching diverse student populations
Relevant business experience
Special Instructions
When beginning your application, be prepared to answer these questions and upload the following documents:
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Statement of Personal Faith
Philosophy of Teaching in Christian Higher Education
Provide names and contacts for 3 references, at least one professional contact who can speak to your teaching potential (references will only be contacted if you are advanced as a finalist candidate)
Unofficial Transcripts for highest degree completed
Selection Process
Applicants will be expected to submit an application at http://www.pointloma.edu/jobs, be prepared to answer these questions, along with uploading the following documents:
Letter of Application that addresses the responsibilities and qualifications of the position
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Personal Faith
Philosophy of Teaching in Christian Higher Education
Provide names and contacts for 3 references (references will only be contacted if you are advanced as a finalist candidate)
All applicants will be reviewed and evaluated. From this pool of applicants, a limited number will be selected and moved forward in the process. The interview process may include:
Phone/Zoom Interview(s)
Interview with Committee and FSB Faculty
Interview with the Provost
Interview with the President of the University
If you have questions about items for the application, please contact the Office of Human Resources at humanresources@pointloma.edu or the Search Committee Chair and Dean of the Fermanian School of Business, Dr. Jamie Hess, at jhess@pointloma.edu.
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At PLNU, we believe in pursuing calling together. Deep and meaningful relationships between students, faculty, and staff is vital in nurturing our shared community and expressing God's love. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal, spiritual and professional potential.
Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures.
At Point Loma Nazarene University, academics, faith, and community are all vital. Students benefit from this balanced approach to education and leave PLNU prepared to think, act, and contribute to the world. In addition to more than 60 undergraduate areas of study, PLNU offers graduate program regional centers throughout Southern California. PLNU serves more than 3,500 students.PLNU is a community committed to calling. As a result of our mission to provide whole-person education in the context of our Christian faith, our faculty and staff are known for their excellence, regardless of their responsibilities or field.We believe God calls all of us to participate in bringing about His Kingdom in a unique and deeply personal way. We also believe in pursuing calling together. Excellent work and meaningful relationships all belong to what we call vocation. Being part of a community full of individuals engaged in the same endeavor will set you up for a lifetime of weaving calling into who you are and everything you ever do.Be part of something meaningful. Discover and cultivate your true potential. Be part of Point Loma Nazarene University.