Professor of Accounting
- $220,621 pa (ALEVE)
- Ongoing, Full-time, ECU City Campus
- Visa sponsorship and relocation may be considered
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND LAW
CITY CAMPUS
$220,621 PA (LEVEL E)
ONGOING, FULL-TIME
Edith Cowan University
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The School of Business and Law
The School of Business and Law at ECU is a progressive and industry-connected school committed to excellence in education, research, and engagement. Accredited by AACSB International, the School is recognised among the world’s top 400 for Business and Economics in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026, ranked in the top 50 globally for Hospitality and Tourism Management, and in the top 150 for Business Administration in the 2025 Shanghai Rankings. Locally, the School is ranked first in Western Australia and third nationally for Teaching Quality in the 2025 AFR BOSS Best Business Schools list. The School’s programs are designed to develop world-ready graduates who are innovative, ethically minded, and equipped with the practical skills and global outlook needed to thrive in rapidly changing industries.
As part of an exciting expansion, the School is now located in world-class facilities at the landmark ECU City Campus at Yagan Square – a state-of-the-art Business, Law, Creative Industries and Technology precinct in the heart of Perth. This transformational move brings together teaching, research, and industry engagement in one vibrant hub, marking an inspiring chapter in ECU’s journey of growth and innovation.
About The Opportunity
The School of Business and Law at Edith Cowan University (ECU) is seeking an outstanding academic leader for the position of Professor in Accounting. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for a distinguished scholar with a strong international reputation in accounting research—particularly in the areas of corporate governance, sustainability reporting, and climate-related financial disclosures.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing the school’s research and teaching excellence and will make a significant contribution to both the School’s Centre for Sustainability and Governance Research and Finance and Investment Research Cluster. The appointee will be expected to lead high-impact research, foster interdisciplinary collaborations, mentor early- and mid-career academics, and strengthen ECU’s growing global reputation for excellence in business sustainability, governance, and financial accountability.
About You
The successful candidate will possess:
- PhD in Accounting or a closely related discipline.
- Internationally recognised research profile, with an exceptional record of publications in leading accounting journals (ABDC A*/ FT50)
- Demonstrated expertise in climate change reporting, corporate governance, and sustainability-related disclosures.
- Active engagement with professional and regulatory bodies – such as the Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB), International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB), Accounting and Finance Association of Australia and New Zealand (AFAANZ), Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), CPA Australia, or equivalent international organisations to inform and influence professional practice, standards, and policy development.
- Strong track record of mentorship and research collaboration, evidenced by co-authored publications with diverse teams and independent scholarly contributions in esteemed journals
- Extensive experience supervising PhD candidates to completion and fostering the next generation of accounting scholars
- Academic and research leadership, demonstrated through active contributions to research centres and governance roles within the School and the University
- Commitment to teaching excellence through innovative curriculum design and leadership in developing contemporary accounting units that embed sustainability principles and address emerging issues in the discipline.
- Proven record of securing competitive external research funding and building productive cross-institutional and international collaborations.
At ECU we’re committed to fostering a positive employment experience and believe this is fundamental to the success and satisfaction of our employees. Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do. Our thriving work culture is guided by the ECU values and complemented by a range of employee benefits; visit our website to read about flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, our commitment to Wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation.
Contact
For an informal chat or enquiries, please contact Associate Professor Deepa Bannigidadmath, Associate Dean – Accounting and Finance, at d.bannigidadmath@ecu.edu.au
Application Process
Applicants Are Requested To Submit The Following
- An updated resume/CV.
- A cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience; and
- A document addressing the selection criteria for the position.
Applications close Sunday 22 Feb 2026 at 11:30pm AWST.
ECU reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date, and encourage applicants to submit their applications early.
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.
ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace with specific strategies and initiatives in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. We strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and faith. For more information on our commitment to equity and diversity, please visit our Inclusive Workplace website.
At ECU, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively encourage people with disability to apply to ECU. To discuss how we can support adjustment requirements, please contact the person listed above.