# Business Manager at Hearst > Onsite · United States · Manager · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Ahearst%3A4471707009 (read 2026-11-06). ## Facts (observed) - Company: [Hearst](https://alderhq.app/companies/hearst) - Location text: New Orleans, LA, United States; New Orleans - Where it can be done from (inferred): Onsite · United States (evidence: "Location: New Orleans, LA, United States; New Orleans") - Posted: 2026-10-28 (9 days ago) - First seen by alder: 2026-11-02 · last verified: 2026-11-04 - Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times - Apply on the employer's site: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/hearst/jobs/4471707009 ## Pay and sponsorship - Posted pay: not posted - Market band for similar posted roles (United States, n 7474): p25 $85k, median $133k, p75 $170k ## Description (the employer's text) WDSU, the Hearst-owned NBC Affiliate in New Orleans, LA is looking for a Business Manager. This is a key leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives on both people and numbers. 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. ### What You'll Do 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. ### 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 ### General Business Functions • 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 • Manage Receptionist • 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 ### 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 ### 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 --- Data: alder (https://alderhq.app). Cite https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Ahearst%3A4471707009 and the date you read it. Observed facts come from the employer's own listing; location reach, level, family and skills are inferences.