Assistant/Associate Adjunct Faculty in Accounting - ACCTG 304.01 Accounting Ethics - Fall Semester 2026

Description

Founded in 1863, Saint Mary's is a residential campus nestled 20 miles east of San Francisco in the picturesque Moraga Valley. Based in the Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts traditions, Saint Mary's currently enrolls more than 4,000 students from diverse backgrounds in undergraduate and graduate programs. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church, guide the spiritual and academic character of the College.

As a comprehensive and independent institution, Saint Mary’s offers undergraduate and graduate programs integrating liberal and professional education. Saint Mary’s reputation for excellence, innovation, and responsiveness in education stems from its vibrant heritage as a Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts institution. An outstanding, committed faculty and staff that value shared inquiry, integrative learning, and student interaction bring these traditions to life in the 21st century. The College is committed to the educational benefits of diversity.

Qualifications

ACCTG 304.01 Accounting Ethics

Undergraduate Fall Semester, 08/31/2026 - 12/20/2026

M/W 9:15 AM - 10:30 AM

Moraga campus

The objective of this course is to gain an understanding of the importance of ethical obligations in the practice of public accounting and focuses on identifying, researching, and resolving situations that could potentially be unethical or a violation of Code of Ethics for Certified Public Accountants.  

Qualifications:

Candidates must have a Master's or Ph.D. preferred in a relevant area of Accounting discipline. Candidates should have a successful record of teaching experience at the undergraduate level and experience/familiarity with online/hybrid instruction in order to prepare for contingencies. This position requires all course work to be performed in the state of California. 

Salary: $6,480 and $10,308 dependent on qualifications.  The salary range for this position is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the College and SEIU, Local 1021, who have previously taught the course or ACCTG 178, available here.

Application Instructions

Please apply online by clicking the APPLY NOW button.

Include a cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications and are prepared to support the mission of the College

·      A resume

·      The name and contact information for three (3) professional references. 

·      In applying for a position, candidates sign a consent authorizing a broader inquiry which may include reference checks, a motor vehicle check, and a third party background check.

Internal Applicants:

Applicants to all available course sections who are members of the Saint Mary’s College bargaining unit or agency fee payers covered by the agreement with SEIU 1021, who have previously taught the course, or ACCTG 178,  or who have been determined qualified through the process outlined in Article 10, have only the following application requirements:

- Indicate interest via application to the posting

- Complete the SMC Per Course Adjunct Faculty Questionnaire to identify as a Saint Mary’s College bargaining unit faculty member or agency fee payers covered by the agreement with SEIU 1021

External Applicants:

Outside applicants should send a letter of application, including a statement of teaching philosophy, a CV, and two letters of recommendation. CV should include reference to completed graduate coursework, or recent teaching.  Applicants may be requested to submit additional materials such as student course evaluations from college-level courses and evidence of course development such as syllabi and assignments.

In applying for a position, candidates sign a consent authorizing a broader inquiry which may include reference checks, a motor vehicle check, and a third-party background check.

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