Payroll, Accounting & Finance Instructor

Job summary

Teach accounting, payroll, finance, and related courses in the Accounting, Payroll & Business Administration program, while supporting other courses as needed. Develop and improve curriculum and learning resources, support and assess students, maintain academic records, and collaborate on program quality and continuous improvement.

Job details

About Keyin College Keyin College is one of Newfoundland and Labrador's leading post-secondary institutions, dedicated to empowering students through innovation, skills development, and transformative learning. We are seeking a full-time Payroll, Accounting & Finance Instructor to join our academic team and help prepare the next generation of accounting, payroll, and business professionals. The Role This is an exciting opportunity to join Keyin College as a full-time instructor within our Accounting, Payroll & Business Administration (APBA) program, with a primary teaching focus in Payroll, Accounting, and Finance. The successful candidate will join our team ahead of the next instructional block beginning November 2, 2026, allowing time to become familiar with the program, curriculum, and learning systems. You will primarily teach Accounting, Payroll, Finance, and related courses, while also supporting other APBA courses based on your experience and program needs. Alongside teaching, you will contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement, helping develop and enhance course materials, assessments, and learning resources to ensure our programs remain current, practical, and aligned with industry needs. What You'll Do Deliver engaging instruction with a primary focus on Accounting, Payroll, Finance, and related subject areas Support the delivery of other courses within the APBA program based on qualifications, experience, and program needs Develop, review, and enhance curriculum, lesson plans, presentations, assessments, learning activities, and instructional resources Ensure course content reflects current accounting standards, payroll legislation, taxation requirements, technology, and industry practices Support students through coaching, mentorship, academic guidance, and timely feedback Evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback to support learning and development Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, assessments, and course outcomes Collaborate with academic leadership and faculty to strengthen curriculum, program quality, and student outcomes Participate in ongoing program review and continuous improvement initiatives What You Bring Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Payroll Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience A combination of relevant education and professional experience equivalent to six (6) years Current or recent industry experience in accounting, payroll, bookkeeping, finance, or a related field Strong understanding of Canadian accounting principles, payroll legislation, taxation, financial reporting, and business practices Ability to translate technical and industry knowledge into practical, engaging learning experiences Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and support adult learners Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Comfort using technology for instruction and curriculum development, including Microsoft Office and learning management systems Experience with accounting and payroll software, such as Sage 50, QuickBooks, or similar platforms, is considered an asset Prior teaching, training, facilitation, curriculum development, instructional design, or course development experience is considered an asset Professional designations such as Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP), Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), or Certified Professional Bookkeeper (CPB) are considered assets What We Offer Competitive Compensation – Aligned with experience and industry standards. Professional Growth – Opportunities for training and career development. Impact & Purpose – Make a meaningful contribution to the experience and success of Keyin students. Supportive Environment – Join a collaborative, mission-driven team. Great Benefits – Health care, EAP, paid time off, company events, and more. Apply Today If you're passionate about accounting, payroll, finance, and business and enjoy sharing your knowledge and experience with others, we'd love to hear from you. Join Keyin College and help prepare students for successful careers while contributing to the continued development and success of our Accounting, Payroll & Business Administration program.

What you’ll do

Teach accounting, payroll, finance, and related courses in the Accounting, Payroll & Business Administration program, while supporting other courses as needed. Develop and improve curriculum and learning resources, support and assess students, maintain academic records, and collaborate on program quality and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Applicants need a diploma or degree in accounting, finance, business administration, payroll administration, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience totaling six years, along with current or recent relevant industry experience. They should understand Canadian accounting, payroll legislation, taxation, and financial reporting, and be able to communicate effectively with adult learners; teaching experience and professional designations such as PCP, CPA, or CPB are assets.

Benefits

• Health Care • Employee Assistance Program • Paid Time Off • Company Events • Professional Training and Career Development

Listed skills

• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred
• Bookkeeping · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Accounting
• Payroll Administration
• Finance
• Canadian Accounting Principles
• Payroll Legislation
• Taxation
• Financial Reporting
• Bookkeeping
• Curriculum Development
• Instructional Design
• Teaching and Facilitation
• Student Coaching and Mentorship
• Microsoft Office
• Learning Management Systems
• Sage 50
• QuickBooks
• Training Facilitation
• Industry Standards
• Payroll Systems
• Constructive Feedback
• Organizational Skills
• Time Off Management
• Course Development
• Standard Accounting Practices
• Adult Education
• Teaching
• Business Administration
• Communication
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Financial Statements
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Lesson Planning
• Mentorship
• Sage 50 (Accounting Software)
• Presentations
• QuickBooks (Accounting Software)
• Coaching
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Education
• Finance & Accounting
• Payroll Accounting Manager
• Payroll Accountant
• Accountants
• Accountants and Auditors