About this role

Job Description

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
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
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

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
About Us
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching nearly 25 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.
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Job Info
Job Identification
2027644
Job Category
Finance and Accounting
Posting Date
10/14/2026, 11:17 AM
Job Schedule
Full time
Locations
New Orleans, LA, United States
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Business Manager