What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Manager position at Paducah Television Operations LLC?
BUSINESS MANAGER
KLKN-TV is seeking a Business Manager to join our team in Lincoln, NE. The Business Manager will play a key role as a member of station leadership, owning or assisting with station operations pertaining to accounting, financial planning & analysis, and HR, as well as interfacing with our corporate parent, Standard Media Group (SMG).
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Accounting
- Lead month-end close process for the market, performing customary activities including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, accruals and financial reviews
- Prepare monthly variance analysis of budget versus actual and provide meaningful commentary regarding discrepancies. This includes working with key stakeholders on gathering information needed to prepare commentary
- Manage Accounts Receivable process for the market, in collaboration with SMG Corporate Finance. This includes monitoring A/R aging, coordinating invoice adjustments with sales department and processing customer refunds
- Manage Accounts Payable process for the market, in collaboration with SMG Corporate Finance. This includes reviewing invoices for coding against budget, monitoring invoice approval workflow and follow-up with vendors as needed
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Own monthly and annual financial planning and budgeting processes, in close collaboration with station and SMG leadership
- Support General Manager and Department Heads with scheduled/ad-hoc reporting and analysis
Human Resources
- Process payroll weekly including management of timecards for hourly employees and employee expense reporting
- Calculates commissions for commission-based employees
- Maintain compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity program requirements (e.g. post positions, maintain EEO files)
- Assist employees with payroll and HR inquiries/tasks, in collaboration with SMG Corporate HR
- Maintains station personnel files, status change forms and other documentation, as needed, related to personnel matters
- Assist station leadership in the talent acquisition process as required; coordinate orientation for new hires
Other
- Monitor supply needs for station and manage ordering process with station personnel
- Perform additional duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
- 3-5 years of experience in a corporate or startup accounting role; media experience preferred but not required
- Analytical problem solver with strong attention to detail, advanced MS Excel skills and proficiency in Office 365
- Displays a consistently positive attitude and excellent interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication skills
- Exhibits maturity and integrity, with demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Compensation:
- Competitive salary plus generous benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, vacation, paid holidays, and paid time-off, plus exceptional growth opportunities.
Location:
KLKN-TV
3240 S 10th Street
Lincoln, NE 68502
Reports to:
General Manager, KLKN-TV
