WAKA: Business / HR Manager (Full Time)

About the role

This is a department head position located on-site in Montgomery, AL, serving the Bahakel-owned stations WAKA/WNCF/WBMM Action 8 News. The Business Manager also serves as the Human Resources Manager, overseeing general business functions and contributing to financial processes. The role works closely with various department heads, corporate partners, and local business partners, and collaborates with the corporate finance team on reporting and budget processes. In-office presence is required, and the position reports to WAKA's Vice President & General Manager.

General Business Functions

• Collaborate with the regional finance team for monthly financial reporting and annual budgeting
• Provide interpretation of financial results to support and enhance business decision-making
• Assist in forecasting and budgeting to align financial objectives with operational goals

Accounts Payable & Expenses

• Oversee invoice processing, purchasing card reviews, and travel/entertainment expense approvals
• Maintain local operating contracts and manage sales/use tax reporting
• Support property-related tasks, including real estate tax filings

Human Resources

• Manage employee relations
• Oversee onboarding, orientation, and seamless integration of new hires
• Administer offboarding and exit processes with professionalism and care
• Manage leave policies, workers' compensation, and other employee benefits programs
• Serve as a resource for employees regarding benefits, policies, and initiatives
• Maintain and update employee records within ADP, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Lead HR policy implementation and compliance initiatives to support organizational goals

Payroll

• Review bi-weekly and weekly payroll through ADP, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Reconcile payroll discrepancies

Asset Management

• Fleet management
• Physical inventory

Requirements

• Expertise in HR practices and payroll administration, with the ability to navigate complex issues
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines in a multi-faceted role
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively at all levels
• Detail-oriented mindset, with proficiency in analyzing and interpreting financial data
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• 5+ years of Business Management / HR experience
• Demonstrated payroll management experience, ideally with ADP or similar systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with systems like ADP and Wide Orbit is highly desirable

Qualifications

• Related experience and/or training considered, as well as a combination of education and experience
• Certifications such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP are a plus
• A finance background is a plus