A VAST Vacancy
Accountant (Community Accounts)
Join our Team
We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity to join the VAST Team as an Accountant in our Community Accounts Team.
The Role
As an Accountant, you will provide high-quality accountancy and financial support services to VCSE organisations, including charities, CICs and social enterprises.
You will prepare statutory and management accounts, support payroll and taxation requirements, and provide practical advice to trustees and staff. You will also help organisations develop good financial systems, strengthen governance and plan for sustainability.
This is a varied and rewarding role for someone who enjoys combining technical accounting expertise with advisory work and a strong commitment to community impact.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who:
- Holds a recognised accountancy qualification or has extensive equivalent experience.
- Has a strong understanding of VAT and Corporation Tax.
- Is confident presenting financial information to non-financial audiences, including trustees.
- Has experience using computerised accounting systems.
- Demonstrates excellent attention to detail, organisation and communication skills.
- Is able to work collaboratively and flexibly as part of a supportive team.
- Shares our commitment to equality, inclusion and supporting the VCSE sector.
Experience of charity accounting, independent examinations, payroll and supporting organisations to develop financial systems would be advantageous.
Salary
£28,000 – £38,000 pa
Hours Per Week
37 hours per week
Location
Stoke-on-Trent
Closing Date
12:00 pm (midday) on Monday 25th May 2026
Read the full job description and person specification here.
How to apply
Please send your CV and personal statement to jobs@vast.org.uk.
Your personal statement should be no more than three sides of A4, explaining:
- Why you would be a good fit for the role.
- How your skills and experience meet the requirements of the post.
We strongly encourage early applications, as we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is identified.
VAST is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to equity, equality, diversity and inclusion. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.
