Lecturer - Accounting (Based in China)

Lecturer - Accounting (Based in Chengdu, China) - Apply Now! ⏰

Teach internationally. Inspire future finance professionals. Experience life in China.

Be ready...to make a difference

Job title

Lecturer - Accounting (Based in China)

Job reference

LC1423P

Date posted 

10/03/2026

Application closing date

31/03/2026

Location

China (Chengdu)

Salary

£40,447 - £46,964 including overseas allowance (pro rata) per annum + 1 LAT Excellence Pay Point to £49,409 (subject to eligibility)

Contractual hours

37 hours per week, 29 weeks per year (0.7039 FTE)

This post is term-time only, covering 29 weeks of the year.

Interview Date

TBC

Inspire the next generation of accounting professionals in China

We are seeking a talented and motivated Lecturer in Accounting to join our international delivery team in Chengdu, China.

This is a unique opportunity to deliver high-quality teaching within an established international partnership, helping students develop the knowledge, skills and professional behaviours required for successful careers in accounting and finance.

You will play a key role in delivering an engaging and innovative curriculum, supporting students to achieve outstanding outcomes and progress to higher education or professional careers.  Alongside teaching, you will contribute to the ongoing development of the accounting curriculum to ensure it remains aligned with industry expectations and regional needs.

While the role will be primarily based in Chengdu, there may also be opportunities to contribute to delivery at other international centres.

Teaching takes place over two semesters: September to November and March to May, each for 12 weeks, totalling 24 weeks annually.

Our international programmes are an important part of the College’s long-term ambition to expand global education partnerships and deliver exceptional learning experiences for students around the world. 

Please view the Job Description and Person Specification to find out more about this exciting opportunity currently available. 

What we're looking for:

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A degree in Accounting or a closely related subject
• Teaching experience, or the ability to deliver engaging learning in further or higher education
• A passion for supporting students to achieve their potential
• The ability to adapt teaching approaches to an international learning environment

Due to current immigration regulations in China, applicants must be under 60 years of age.

What we offer:

This international opportunity includes a generous package to support your time overseas:

• Competitive earnings up to £53,409 (pro rata) plus accommodation and expenses.
• Earnings include:
  •    Salary up to £42,509 (pro rata) including LAT Excellence Pay Point
  •    £6,900 overseas uplift (pro rata)
  •    £4,000 Golden Hello (£2,000 on appointment and £2,000 after successful completion of probation)
• On-site apartment accommodation
• Up to £320 per week expenses
• Paid visa
• Fully funded mobilisation and demobilisation flights, with airport transfers in China
• 55 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS)
• Opportunity to achieve a LAT Excellence Pay Point (currently £42,509) subject to eligibility

Lincoln College is proud to be recognised internationally for the quality and impact of its global education partnerships.  The College is a winner of the AoC Beacon Awards 2025/26, receiving the British Council Award for Excellence in International Work.  This prestigious national award recognises colleges that demonstrate outstanding international collaboration, innovation and student impact.  This achievement highlights the strength of our global partnerships and our commitment to delivering high-quality education to students around the world.

Join us

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your teaching career internationally while making a real impact on students studying accounting in China.

If you are passionate about teaching and ready for an exciting international challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Please ensure to upload/complete your Personal Statement and not a CV.

Contact Us: Please contact us if you require any further information regarding this vacancy or our recruitment process – hrrecruitment@lincolncollege.ac.uk

Connect with Us: Samantha Crosby (People Services Assistant – Recruitment)  / Ayla Gezmis (People Services Assistant - Recruitment)

Lincoln College is committed to the safeguarding of its learners and believes that safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is every employee’s responsibility. Further information can be found via the following link -www.lincolncollege.ac.uk/jobs/safer-recruitment/ 

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for similar positions.