Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Des Moines' News Leader, KCCI, the Hearst-owned CBS affiliate, is seeking a Business and Human Resources Manager. This is a key leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives on both numbers and people. The position blends finance/accounting responsibilities with human resources management, offering a unique opportunity to make an impact across multiple functions in a fast-paced environment.

You will support our employees and manage core HR activities, while also partnering with our regional finance team on monthly closings, forecasts and annual budget processes. The successful candidate will be highly organized, analytical and an excellent communicator who enjoys working collaboratively across departments as well as thriving in our in-office environment located in downtown Des Moines.

What You'll Do

• General Business Functions
  • Interpret and communicate financial results
  • Serve as liaison between the station and regional accounting team on reporting
  • Assist with forecasting and budgeting of revenues and operating expenses
• Payroll
  • Support bi-weekly and weekly payroll review, processing, and reconciliation through ADP
  • Prepare monthly payroll reports from ADP
• Human Resources
  • Manage employee relations and provide HR support across the organization
  • Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes
  • Administer leave and workers' compensation programs
  • Support employee benefits administration
  • Manage employee data through Oracle HCM
  • Oversee performance management processes
  • Support labor relations under union collective bargaining agreements
• Accounts Payable & Expenses
  • Process and approve invoices
  • Review and approve purchasing card, travel, and entertainment expenses
  • Maintain local operating contracts
  • Oversee real estate and sales/use tax reporting
• Asset Management
  • Manage fleet operations
  • Track, tag, and dispose of fixed assets
  • Oversee periodic physical inventory

What We're Looking For

• Strong ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities
• Highly detail-oriented and organized
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide recommendations
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Experience & Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting/finance experience
• Previous HR experience required; PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SCP certification a plus
• Payroll experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experience with accounting and HR software applications such as Oracle (HCM & EPBCS), Wide Orbit, and ADP
• Related experience, education, training, or military experience will be considered as well as a combination of education and experience

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst offers a modern, flexible benefits program designed to support you and your family, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
• Emotional Wellness Support
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits tailored to meet your personal and family needs

ABOUT US

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.