WAKA: Business / HR Manager (Full Time)

In-office presence is required. You will report to WAKA’s Vice President & General Manager.

About the role

As a Business Manager, you will act as a human resources manager, oversee general business functions, and contribute to financial processes. This department head role will work closely with various department heads, corporate partners, and local business partners. A finance background is a plus, as you also collaborate with department heads and the corporate finance team on reporting and budget processes.

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of Business Management / HR experience
• Certifications such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP are a plus
• 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