PROFESSOR / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, ACCOUNTING Griffith Business School

Fast facts 3

Our campuses 4

Griffith University –

vision, mission, values and commitments 5

First Peoples 6

Our future 7

Academic Plan 8

Research and Innovation Plan 9

Organisational chart 10

Griffith Business School 11

The Department 13

The Role 14

Key Accountabilities 16

Selection Criteria 17 16

Process and Timeline 18

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GRIFFITH BUSINESS SCHOOL Considered one of Australia’s leading business educators, Griffith Business School is an accredited member of AACSB International—The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. AACSB Accreditation is known, worldwide, as the longest standing, most recognised form of professional accreditation an institution and its business programs can earn. The Business School is committed to the delivery of outstanding business education and research through engagement with industry, government and the social communities we serve, and to do so in ways that contribute to a prosperous, equitable and sustainable future. In accordance with the Forward-Focused, Future-Ready Griffith Business School Strategy 2017 - 2020 our core commitment is to delivering on the four areas of strategic priority: delivering a remarkable student learning experience; producing high-impact research; enhancing our engagement; and strengthening our staff. In the 2018 QS World University Subject Rankings, our Hospitality and Leisure Management subjects were ranked No.1 in Australia and No. 11 globally. Our Politics and International Studies and Sports-related subjects ranked in the Top 100 worldwide. In the prestigious ARWU subject rankings, our Tourism and Hospitality program was ranked at No. 2 globally and No. 1 in Australia. Other notable achievements include: a Top 75 placing for public administration; Top 100 for Political Sciences; Top 150 for Management and Business Administration; and Top 300 for Economics.

The Business School comprises six departments (Accounting, Finance and Economics; International Business and Asian Studies; Employment Relations and Human Resources; Marketing; (School of) Government and International Relations; and Tourism, Sport and Hotel Management). It also hosts four research centres and four academic centres (see p12). Our research centres strengthen our research culture and are important vehicles for advancing identified research strengths in the School while our academic centres provide hubs for discipline-specific learning and teaching, as well as further enhancing our research output and impact. The School is an active partner in the Globally Responsible Leadership Initiative, and a signatory to the UN Principles for Responsible Management Education and the UN Global Compact. It is also home to the Yunus Social Business Centre

(YSBC) and Policy Innovation Hub (PIH). The YSBC focuses on social entrepreneurship and which was established by

a Memorandum of Understanding between the Yunus Centre, Dhaka, Bangladesh, and Griffith University in December 2016. The PIH brings together Griffith's researchers in cross-disciplinary project teams to build

on research insights and provide evidence-based responses to key policy challenges. In doing so it aims to foster sustainable and enduring knowledge partnerships with government, business and other organisations that create value for the residents and communities of Queensland, Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. These activities demonstrate our strong commitment to sustainable business practices, corporate social responsibility, and to developing global citizens through our education programs.

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ORGANISATIONAL CHART

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THE DEPARTMENT Accounting, Finance and Economics

With 83 academic staff, a number of research fellows and 6 administrative staff, the Department of Accounting, Finance and Economics (AFE) is the largest department in the Griffith Business School and one of the largest across Griffith University. AFE is organised in four disciplines: Accounting, Finance and Financial Planning, Economics and Business Statistics, and Business Law and Taxation. The Head of Department, assisted by Portfolio Directors (Research, Teaching and Learning and Engagement), ensures the co-ordination of research, teaching and learning, and engagement activities across the four disciplines. Every year, AFE offers more than 150 courses to undergraduate, postgraduate, Honours and PhD candidates. The total enrolment in AFE courses exceeds 24,000 across five campuses (Nathan, Gold Coast, Logan, South Bank, Online) and different delivery modes (in person, on-line, dual). The Bachelor of Commerce has majors in Accounting, Finance, Financial Planning, and Economics, plus a minor in Taxation. All majors are accredited with the relevant professional bodies. At the postgraduate level, the Department hosts a Master of Accounting, Master of Professional Accounting, Master of Finance, and Master of Financial Planning. In terms of research degrees, the Department also hosts a Bachelor of Commence (Honours) and a large PhD program. The Department provides a conducive and supportive environment to its researchers. The Department also coordinates seminars, conferences and workshops, both on and off campus, often in cooperation with other universities, professional societies, and industry partners. Researchers are given the opportunity to operate in a collegial environment where they can exchange ideas, receive feedback on their research projects and grant applications, and be mentored by more senior and experienced academics. AFE also hosts visiting, adjunct and a substantial PhD program.

The Accounting Discipline The Accounting discipline consists of 19 staff members distributed across all academic levels, from A to E. The research interests and expertise of the accounting discipline staff cover a range of accounting areas including corporate governance, audit, financial reporting, management accounting, accounting information systems, gender and future developments in the accounting profession, and indigenous business. In pursuing these interests, staff are involved in a range of inter- and multi-disciplinary projects across the Department, the School, and universities nationally and internationally. Members of the discipline have been successful in publishing in esteemed journals including The Accounting Review, Auditing: A Journal of Practice and Theory, Journal of Business Finance and Accounting, Accounting and Finance, and The International Journal of Accounting. They have also published in highly regarded business and management journals outside of the Accounting discipline as well as in journals of cognate disciplines such as finance and economics. Griffith University is a registered tuition provider for CPA Australia. Our Master of Accounting and Master of Professional Accounting programs have been designed to provide support for the CPA professional qualification. All of our accounting programs are fully accredited by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, and CPA Australia.

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THE ROLE

Position title Professor / Associate Professor, Accounting

Position level Professor Level E / Associate Professor Level D

Salary scale Level E: A salary package that includes a base salary of $175,772 per annum and an employer superannuation contribution of 17% of base salary will be offered. Level D: A salary package ranging between $136,454 - $150,331 per annum, and an employer superannuation contribution of 17% of base salary will be offered. Attractive salary packaging arrangements are also available.

Section Department of Accounting, Finance and Economics

Group Griffith Business School

Supervisory responsibilities Academic and research staff, higher degree students

Location of work Gold Coast or Nathan campus, however staff may be required to work on any campus location where the University resides.

Employment type Full time, Continuing

The Department is seeking to recruit a Professor / Associate Professor of Accounting to provide leadership in research and teaching across the discipline, to support the development of junior academic staff and produce strong outcomes in publications, research income/grants, and external engagement. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the leadership of the Accounting discipline and the Department. This is a continuing, full time position based at the Gold Coast or Nathan campus, but travel will be required to other Griffith University campuses. The successful candidate will have an outstanding academic and/or professional profile in the accounting field. They will hold a doctoral qualification in accounting or cognate disciplines such as finance and economics. Equally, they may hold a doctoral qualification in other business-related disciplines but must be able to demonstrate a strong track record of clearly applying their discipline knowledge in ways that highlight the social, economic or environmental impact and significance of accounting. The successful candidate will also be able to demonstrate excellent research achievements, evidenced by a significant publication record and proven ability to secure research grants and contracts. Evidence of an ability to work within multi-disciplinary research teams and to contribute to the activities of the cross disciplinary research centres located in the Business School is desirable. Applicants should also have a strong commitment to innovative teaching practices, a record of successful Honours and PhD supervisions, and an ability to establish effective links with the professional community and industry partners. An outstanding professional profile will consist of a history of high-profile accounting related appointments in industry, government or professional bodies. It will also include a proven ability to engage with the academic community, through, for example, previous adjunct or temporary/casual appointments, a track record of working in collaboration with academic colleagues on significant research projects or the design and delivery of innovative accounting courses and curriculum.

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Reporting relationship:

Head of Department

Discipline Heads and

Portfolio Directors School Manager

Other academic

staff

Administrative

Staff

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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES • Contribute to the process of renewal and transformation of the discipline. This includes:

o Supervising and mentoring academic staff o Contributing to the creation of a culture of excellence in all areas of activity o Strengthening the relationship between the Accounting discipline and the broader professional

community o Contributing to planning and administration through collaboration with other staff, participation on

committees, attending Department and/or Group meetings, marketing of programs, and other activities at a senior level.

• Develop, convene and teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses and programs of study in the Department which may include program coordination and/or conducting tutorials, practical classes, demonstrations, workshops, student field excursions, clinical or studio sessions, and student consultation, marking and assessment activities.

• Undertake high impact research (including cross disciplinary research) in areas of expertise, that involves publication of scholarly/professional work and the generation of research funding and/or commercial research contracts.

• Devise and lead programs of research and assume significant roles in both accounting and multi-disciplinary research teams.

• Undertake external engagement activities that are of significant impact and influence with key stakeholders in the discipline and profession.

• Supervise Honours and research higher degree students.

• Lead and maintain fair, ethical and professional work practices in accordance with the University Code of Conduct.

• Lead and support compliance with relevant legislation and University policy and procedures, including equity and health and safety and exhibit good practice in relation to same.

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SELECTION CRITERIA Essential:

• PhD in Accounting, or other relevant business discipline OR a combination of senior professional positions and relevant tertiary education.

• A strategic vision for moving the accounting agenda forward in the context of the activities of Griffith University, the Department and discipline.

• Ability to develop and teach courses in the broader field of Accounting.

• Outstanding contribution and publication of quality research, with evidence of high-quality papers and national and international impact of research OR outstanding professional contribution as evidenced by high profile industry/government roles, significant influence on professional practices and standards, and professional publications.

• Demonstrated ability to build and lead successful research teams (including cross-disciplinary teams) and driving performance in a large and complex organisational environment.

• Ability to contribute to an area of research strength in the Discipline.

• Demonstrated leadership experience in an academic or professional context, with a strong record of mentoring or supervision of junior colleagues.

• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work in a collegial manner and contribute to the positive culture and aspirations of the Department.

• Evidence of significant contribution to engagement with external stakeholders, including professional societies, industry, government, civil society, and the broader community.

• Demonstrated ability and commitment to work in a collegial manner and contribute to the positive culture and aspirations of the Department and University including collaborating with other staff, participation on committees, contributing to the marketing of school programs, and liaison with industry partners.

• Proven success in attracting internal and external research grant funding or commercial consulting contracts.

• Demonstrated evidence of quality in HDR student supervision (e.g. achievement of research higher degree completions).

Desirable:

• Proven track record of national and international research collaborations.

• Proven success in attracting national competitive grants.

• Professional accounting qualification such as a CA or CPA.

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PROCESS AND TIMELINE Griffith University is proud to be recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Confidential Enquiries A national and international search for high calibre candidates is being undertaken by UniRecruit in parallel with the public advertising of this position. Confidential enquiries should be made to: Janine Walker on +61 (0) 407 621 306 or janine.walker@uni-recruit.com.au or to, Michael Toohey on +61 (0) 418 883 807 or michael.toohey@uni-recruit.com.au or to, Ann Newton on +61 (0) 412 358 234 or ann.newton@uni-recruit.com.au

Applications Your application should include:

• Full name, address, mobile and telephone

number(s) and email address

• Nationality and citizenship

• A full curriculum vitae

• A statement addressing selection criteria

(as outlined above)

• Names and contact details of at least three potential

referees (no contact will be made without your

permission)

All applications should be emailed to Janine Walker at janine.walker@uni-recruit.com.au

Date of commencement

Please provide an indication of the earliest date on

which you would be able to commence.