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Are you a Finance/Accounting Graduate looking for an opportunity within the Music, Film and Television Industries?Handle Recruitment have been working exclusively with key businesses in the entertainment sectors for the over 45 years and have an extensive network across all disciplines of finance. If you are finance graduate with some accounting experience, looking to start your career within the Entertainment Industry, I would be very keen to hear from you.Over the coming month's in 2026 we will be very actively seeking individuals for the following key finance positions: Graduate Planning with Commercial & Business Support and Commercial & Financial Analysis Assistant Accountant Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Assistant Management Accountant Core reporting and consolidation Assistant Financial Accounting and reporting Handle work with a number of large Plc and FTSE business through to medium and small businesses across London and cover both the temporary and permanent markets Full study support (ACCA/CIMA) is on offer for the role positions we recruit. Apply Now! We know that applying for a new role takes time and effort, and we genuinely appreciate every application we receive. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications, we are only able to contact candidates who have been shortlisted for the next stage of the process. If you do not hear from us, please do not be discouraged, and we wish you the very best with your search for your next opportunity. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Grow your career whilst supporting a small finance team and step into a key role managing day to day accounting and administrative tasks. THE COMPANY Our client is a trusted industry leader, delivering high-quality work across advertising, film and television. They are a valued partner to leading directors, agencies and global brands. THE ROLE As a Junior Accounts Assistant, you will support day to day financial operations, ensuring supplier invoices, expenses and payments are processed accurately and efficiently. Key responsibilities: Maintain supplier accounts through matching purchase orders, reconciling statements and resolving queries promptly. Oversee billing and credit control by raising client invoices, monitoring debtors and supporting timely collections. Keep financial records up to date including ledgers, employee expenses and credit card activity. Support reporting and analysis by assisting with financial reports, statements, budgets and management insights. Assist month end and year end processes to ensure accurate financial outputs. Work cross functionally with internal teams to gather financial data and ensure compliance with company policies. Support VAT and audit preparation by helping compile documentation and maintain audit ready records. Contribute to finance projects and provide flexible support across the team as needed. THE PERSON You should have relevant qualifications or prior exposure to accounting or finance. Strong numerical ability, analytical thinking and excellent attention to detail are essential, along with confidence working with accounting software, MS Excel and ideally Sage 50. It is important you feel comfortable managing your workload independently while also collaborating closely with a small finance team in a fast paced environment. The ability to balance multiple deadlines while staying organised is key. An eagerness to learn, develop and grow your career in finance is important, as is a genuine interest in the TV and entertainment industry. WHAT TO EXPECT Searchlight only advertises active roles Your details will be sent directly to the Consultant who is handling this role We aim to respond to candidates within 14 days.

HR Systems Assistant We are looking for a curious, detail-focused and proactive HR MIS Assistant to join the People Services team. This is a full-time, home-based role, with occasional travel to Preston for meetings and training. Position: 6759 HR MIS Assistant Location: Remote Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm (flexible working available) Contract: Permanent Salary: £26,972.88 per annum Closing Date: 02/07/2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received. The Role This is a varied and hands-on role where you ll support the day-to-day operation of the HR systems across the organisation. You ll work across several systems, with key platforms including: IRIS Cascade (HR system) Hireserve (recruitment system) Fresh Service (ticketing platform) Your responsibilities will include: Supporting employee data and processes within Cascade Assisting with recruitment workflows in Hireserve Managing and resolving system queries through the ticketing system Maintaining data accuracy and supporting data quality improvements Producing reports and responding to data requests Supporting testing and implementation of system updates You ll help ensure that systems remain reliable, accurate and user-friendly, contributing to the consistency and efficiency of people processes across the organisation. About You You re someone who enjoys working with systems and data, and you take real pride in keeping things accurate, organised and running smoothly. You re comfortable navigating multiple platforms, able to manage your own workload effectively, and confident supporting a wide range of colleagues across the organisation. You ll be naturally curious, proactive in solving problems, and keen to improve how things work. Ideally, you ll bring: Experience working with HR systems (IRIS Cascade is highly desirable) Strong data handling and reporting skills, with a focus on accuracy Attention to detail and a methodical approach Confidence using Excel and Microsoft Office Strong analytical and problem-solving ability Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal An understanding of HR processes (desirable) In Return Benefits include: Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working. Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the Organisation This independent charity is dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. They are at the heart of the organisation and the support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. The organisation is committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Our client is proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. They are committed to being an antiracist organisation, and actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, they will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so and are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. You may have experience in areas such as HR, Human Resources, Personnel, People, HR Systems, Human Resources Systems, Personnel Systems, People Systems, HR Systems Assistant, Human Resources Systems Assistant, Personnel Systems Assistant, People Systems Assistant. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.

THE COMPANY Our client is a trusted industry leader, delivering high-quality work across advertising, film and television. They are a valued partner to leading directors, agencies and global brands. THE ROLE As a Junior Accounts Assistant, you will support day to day financial operations, ensuring supplier invoices, expenses and payments are processed accurately and efficiently. Key responsibilities: Maintain supplier accounts through matching purchase orders, reconciling statements and resolving queries promptly. Oversee billing and credit control by raising client invoices, monitoring debtors and supporting timely collections. Keep financial records up to date including ledgers, employee expenses and credit card activity. Support reporting and analysis by assisting with financial reports, statements, budgets and management insights. Assist month end and year end processes to ensure accurate financial outputs. Work cross functionally with internal teams to gather financial data and ensure compliance with company policies. Support VAT and audit preparation by helping compile documentation and maintain audit ready records. Contribute to finance projects and provide flexible support across the team as needed. THE PERSON You should have relevant qualifications or prior exposure to accounting or finance. Strong numerical ability, analytical thinking and excellent attention to detail are essential, along with confidence working with accounting software, MS Excel and ideally Sage 50. It is important you feel comfortable managing your workload independently while also collaborating closely with a small finance team in a fast paced environment. The ability to balance multiple deadlines while staying organised is key. An eagerness to learn, develop and grow your career in finance is important, as is a genuine interest in the TV and entertainment industry. If this role isn't quite right, but you would like us to have your CV on file, please send it to . Searchlight provides recruitment & executive search services exclusively to the creative, media and entertainment industry. To learn more about Searchlight, see: . We strive to promote equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.

The Portfolio Group are proudly partnered with a global business specialising within the Media industry, and we are looking for a Business Operations Coordinator to support their business goals. You will have minimum 2 years' experience in business operations, analytical, project experienced and thrive working in a fast-paced environment. This is a 12-month contract. The Business Coordinator will act as a business advisor, ensuring efficient and prudent use of resources. The primary goal is to manage business related functions, enabling executive management, department heads, and production staff to focus on editorial responsibilities. Additional or modified responsibilities may be assigned as needed, provided they remain within the scope of business operations and strategic support. This role does not extend to providing personal or executive assistant support to leadership. This is a 12-month contract Key Responsibilities Partner with management and colleagues to establish and maintain projects and departmental objectives. Where applicable, work closely with Finance, Accounting, P&C, Legal, Security, and Procurement to lead and execute cross-functional initiatives. AP Processing: Code, track, and approve invoices ensuring accurate allocations. Manage vendor and independent contractor setup in AP systems. Maintain strong vendor relationships, coordinate payments, respond to invoice inquiries, and gather supporting documentation as needed. Expense Management: Review and process T&E reports in Concur in line with management direction and approval. Monitor cash advances where applicable and train staff on system usage as needed. Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies, procurement guidelines, and FCPA/OFAC regulations. Train and guide staff on compliance matters, proactively identify and resolve issues, and escalate when necessary by confidently engaging in difficult conversations to maintain alignment and accountability. Onboarding: Oversee onboarding for staff, contractors, interns, and freelancers, including access provisioning, equipment setup, ID badge and AmEx card requests. Partner with P&C and management to ensure a smooth onboarding experience for groups that you support. Provide a full range of business operational support, as applicable or directed. This could include procuring and tracking equipment, office supplies, safety gear, medical supplies, and inventory for newsrooms and outbound bureaus/field employees, as well as coordinating catering and other logistical needs as requested. What you bring to the team Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience within a business field. 2+ years of strong business operations, analytical and project experience is preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel Able to analyse complex problems by identifying and evaluating multiple components and drawing sound conclusions. Project experience focusing on expense reduction is a plus. Comfortable presenting to and collaborating with senior business executives. Highly accurate, detail-oriented, analytical, organized, and an effective communicator. Self-motivated, takes initiative, and performs well under pressure in fast-paced environments (e.g., during breaking news). Fluency in additional languages is a plus, but not required. Flexible work environment: Work some days of the week from the office and from home. May be required to travel for field production work. Start date: Immedate start 51500SK INDLON The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Tax Assistant (ATT Studier) About Us At OJK Business Management, we do more than just accounting, we enable creative talent to focus on what they do best. With over three decades of specialist experience across music, sport, media, and entertainment, we are trusted advisors to some of the UK's most exciting names. Following our return to independent ownership, we're redefining what it means to be a modern business management firm. Our ethos is simple: client-first, collaborative, and courageous. We bring deep industry knowledge and a team mindset to everything we do, empowering clients and colleagues alike. The Role You'll support the end-to-end tax compliance process for personal, partnership, and corporate clients. From preparing and submitting returns to managing HMRC communications, you'll ensure our tax work is not only accurate and timely but also tailored to each client's profile. You'll contribute to a team that values learning, ownership, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Prepare and submit personal, partnership, and corporate tax returns across your assigned client base Complete and file statutory forms including P11Ds and ATED returns Liaise confidently with clients, HMRC, and internal accountants to resolve tax-related queries Monitor tax deadlines for filings and payments, issuing reminders to staff and clients Register clients for self-assessment and manage UK residency certificate applications Process foreign tax credit claims and assist with international tax documentation as needed Review tax codes, refunds, and HMRC correspondence for accuracy Provide support and informal training to junior colleagues when needed Contribute to tax team projects and operational process enhancements Undertake ad hoc duties connected with the delivery of tax services About You We're looking for someone who is: Some experience in a similar tax role (practice environment preferred) Some ATT papers completed, with a clear intention to pursue CTA Strong understanding of UK tax compliance processes Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proactive, client-focused approach with strong interpersonal skills Discreet and committed to confidentiality Tech-savvy and willing to learn our core tax and finance systems Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not available for this role. Why OJK? We don't just offer jobs, we offer careers with impact. You'll join a forward-thinking, supportive culture where your ideas matter, and your growth is prioritised. Here's what you can expect: 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Hybrid working model Annual bonus scheme based on performance Private medical insurance and life assurance Enhanced family leave and paid sick leave Ongoing study support and CPD opportunities Employee Assistance Programme (Bupa EAP) for 24/7 wellbeing support Regular social events, and more You'll also have access to structured productivity goals, clear billing practices, and a strong feedback culture, so you always know where you stand and how to move forward. Ready to shape the future of business management with us? Join a team where ambition meets integrity, and no two days look the same. Let's build something exceptional, together. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive regardless of background, identity, or lived experience. We actively welcome applications from individuals who are under-represented in our industry, including disabled people, racialised communities, and LGBTQ+ candidates. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please email us. We are dedicated to ensuring a fair, accessible, and equitable hiring experience for all.