Associate Professor in Accounting(UK Visa Sponsorship)
Job Description
Shape the Future of Accounting Research and Education
Henley Business School at the University of Reading invites applications for an Associate Professor in Accounting. This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished academic with a strong and growing international research profile to contribute to one of the UK’s leading business schools.
We are seeking a scholar who demonstrates research leadership, produces work published in top-tier accounting journals, and is motivated to contribute to high-quality teaching, academic leadership, and collegial service within the Department of Finance and Accounting.
About the Department
The Department of Finance and Accounting comprises two closely aligned areas:
- Finance (The ICMA Centre)
- Accounting
As an Associate Professor, you will play a key role within the accounting group, contributing across research, teaching, and academic citizenship, in line with expectations at senior academic level.
Your Role and Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Lead and conduct independent, high-impact research in accounting
- Build a coherent research agenda and actively pursue external research funding, aligned with UK research frameworks supported by
UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) - Teach across undergraduate and pre-experience postgraduate programmes in accounting
- Contribute to module leadership, student supervision, and curriculum development
- Take on administrative and leadership responsibilities, supporting the academic community and departmental strategy
- Experience or interest in teaching Management Accounting, Financial Accounting, and Data Analytics in Accounting will be considered a strong advantage.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must demonstrate:
- A PhD in Accounting, Finance, or Economics
- Proven experience teaching at university level
- Expertise in data analytics applied to accounting
- A strong portfolio of peer-reviewed publications in leading accounting journals
- Evidence of academic leadership or the clear potential to develop it
Visa Sponsorship Information
By reference to the applicable Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code, this role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Skilled Worker route. Applicants considering this option must ensure they meet the relevant points requirements before applying.
Further guidance is available from:
Equality, Diversity, and Flexible Working
The University of Reading is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and supportive working environment. We actively support:
- Athena SWAN Charter for gender equality
- Race Equality Charter
- LGBT+ inclusion and wellbeing
Disability Confident Employer status (Level 2), aligned with
UK Disability Confident Scheme
Applications for job-share, part-time, and flexible working arrangements are welcome and will be considered in line with operational needs and UK employment guidance from
ACAS – Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service
Employment practices follow national standards outlined by the
UK Equality and Human Rights Commission
Contact for Informal Enquiries
Professor Radu Tunaru
Head of the Department of Finance and Accounting
 r.s.tunaru@reading.ac.uk
Join Henley Business School
Henley Business School offers a collegial, research-active environment with a strong global reputation. If you are passionate about advancing accounting scholarship, educating future leaders, and contributing to a values-driven academic community, we encourage you to apply.
