Job Description

Faculty Openings in the Accountancy Programme
Posting Start Date: 01/08/2025
Schemes of Service: Faculty
Division: Business, Communication and Design
Employment Type: Permanent, Fixed Term

FACULTY OPENINGS AT THE SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR

Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is Singapore's first University of Applied Learning, offering industry-relevant degree programmes that prepare its graduates to be work- and future-ready professionals. Its mission is to maximise the potential of its learners and to innovate with industry, through an integrated applied learning and research approach, so as to contribute to the economy and society. SIT's new centralised campus within the larger Punggol Digital District features a vibrant learning environment where academia and industry will be tightly integrated with the community. SIT espouses an applied learning approach and offers degrees with a strong focus on science and technology. Our faculty work closely with the industry on translational research and innovation to industry challenges. This well-established nexus with industry endows our graduates with deep skills and work-ready training experience, attuning them to the needs and demands of the future economy.


As a young university, we encourage innovation, and seek the right candidates to join us in realising our vision. We offer competitive renumeration, generous employment benefits, access to funding to undertake research of relevance to industry, and opportunities to inspire and nurture the next generation of skilled and work-ready graduates.

Business, Design and Communication Cluster

The Business, Communication and Design (BCD) Cluster is one of five academic clusters at the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT). It offers seven degree programmes, including Accountancy, Aviation Management, Communication and Digital Media, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Integrated Studies in Business and Info-Comm, as well as two Food Business Management programmes offered in partnership with our overseas university partner, the Culinary Institute of America.



This collection of business-related programmes provides a rich platform for the cross-fertilisation of ideas among faculty and students. The faculty comprises academically qualified staff with doctoral degrees, alongside seasoned industry practitioners who hold professional and postgraduate qualifications. This combination of academic rigour and practical experience supports a robust applied learning pedagogy.



Through applied learning, students are exposed to real-life knowledge and practical examples, thereby enhancing the relevance and impact of their educational experience. The presence of both academics and industry practitioners also strengthens the Cluster's industry relevance, as faculty members engage in applied research with direct applications and value to industry partners.



The Cluster adopts a student and industry centric model of business education, with the ultimate goal of delivering industry-relevant training. Additionally, the Cluster is a proud member of the AACSB Business Education Alliance, reinforcing its commitment to excellence in business education.

Faculty Openings in the Accountancy Programme

The Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Accountancy was one of the first three programmes conferred by SIT. The programme is accredited by Singapore's national accountancy body, the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA), as well as several leading global accountancy professional bodies, including the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).



Uniquely, the programme is also recognised under the University Affiliation Programme by the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute.



This three-year direct honours degree was developed through extensive consultations with industry leaders and accreditation bodies. Learners may choose to specialise in one of five accountancy domains: Applied Finance, Audit, Corporate Accounting, Management Accounting, and Taxation.



We currently have positions available at all levels from Assistant Professor to Full Professor in the area of

Financial Accounting (Sustainability Reporting and Carbon Accounting)

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Successful candidates will join the BCD Cluster as part of a faculty team comprising accomplished experts who are passionate about higher education and actively engaged in driving industry transformation through applied research.



Faculty members may undertake funded, industry-relevant research and are expected to teach courses within the Accountancy Programme, with opportunities to contribute to other programmes within the BCD Cluster. They may also supervise industry-based master's and doctoral students on relevant topics.



In addition, faculty are granted paid leave to undertake consultancy work with industry and/or participate in industry attachments to further enhance their practical expertise.



We prioritise collegial and team-spirited candidates who possess either: (a) a Ph.D. or equivalent from a reputable university with a specialisation in Accountancy-related domains and relevant industry experience; or (b) extensive industry experience with demonstrated technical expertise in the aforementioned areas.



Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. All applications must be submitted electronically via the Apply button. In your submission, please address the selection criteria outlined for these faculty positions.



For specific enquiries regarding the job opportunities, you may contact the BCD Cluster Director, Associate Professor Koh Sze Kee, or the Accountancy Programme Leader (Designate), Associate Professor Jeanette Ng.

2025 AAA Annual Meeting (Chicago)

We will be attending the 2025 American Accounting Association Annual Meeting in Chicago from 2 to 6 August 2025, and welcome the opportunity to meet with interested candidates.



If you would like to have a face-to-face discussion regarding the job opening at the AAA Annual Meeting, please contact Associate Professor Koh Sze Kee (Cluster Director) or Associate Professor Jeanette Ng (Accountancy Programme Leader, Designate) to arrange a meeting.

Selection Criteria

Essential Attributes

A PhD in Accounting, specialising in Sustainability, Environmental Management, or a closely related field; alternatively, demonstrable extensive professional experience in sustainability reporting, carbon accounting, ESG assurance, or climate-related financial disclosures in a managerial capacity. Familiarity with recognised global standards and frameworks such as the GHG Protocol, ISSB Standards (IFRS S1 and S2), TCFD, and GRI. Proven ability to teach at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels in relevant subject areas, including but not limited to: + Sustainability and Integrated Reporting
+ ESG Performance Measurement
+ Climate Risk and Carbon Footprint Analysis
+ Corporate Accountability and Ethics
A track record of publications, or clear pipelines, in peer-reviewed journals or professional outlets within the domains of sustainability reporting, carbon accounting, ESG, or climate disclosure. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the capacity to engage effectively with learners, colleagues, and industry partners. Willingness and ability to contribute to the design, review, and enhancement of curricula in accounting, sustainability, or ESG-related disciplines.

Preferred Attributes

For recent PhD graduates, relevant industry experience is preferred. Proficiency in applying tools such as life cycle analysis (LCA), carbon footprint calculators, and sustainability reporting platforms (e.g., CDP, SASB, GRESB). Familiarity with ASEAN, Asia-Pacific, or global carbon markets, regulatory frameworks, and corporate sustainability trends. Participation in professional dialogues, panels, or advisory roles related to ESG assurance, climate policy, or sustainability strategy. * Membership or active involvement in relevant professional bodies, such as ISCA, AICPA, ICAEW, CPA Australia, CA ANZ, or accounting standards boards and working groups