Business Manager

KCRA 3/My58, the Hearst-owned NBC/Independent duopoly in Sacramento, CA, is looking for a Business 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. In-person attendance is required. You will report to the President and General Manager.

Responsibilities

General Business Functions

Interpret and communicate financial results

Provide an analytical analysis with suggestions for a stronger financial performance.

Provide tools and communication that assist Department Heads with expense management.

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 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

Qualifications

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

5+ years of accounting/finance experience

Previous HR experience required; PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SCP certification a plus

Payroll experience is 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

Salary

The estimated base salary range for this role is between $115,000 and $130,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

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's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs