Human Resources, Accounting Manager

Hy-Vee, Inc.; Harrisburg (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee in Harrisburg, SD is seeking a Human Resources and Accounting Manager to oversee both people operations and store accounting. You will recruit, process payroll, manage employee relations, and ensure accurate cash handling and monthly reconciliations to keep store finances sound.

The role requires strong organization, trustworthiness with confidential data, and comfort working with numbers. Collaboration with Store Director and Managers is essential.

Qualifications

• Clear and professional written and verbal communication.
• Ability to interview, counsel, and advise staff with discretion.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced store environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR operations and store accounting functions.
• Coordinate payroll, benefits, performance reviews, and hiring processes.
• Manage accounts payable, reconciliations, and financial reporting to corporate.

Skills

Clear communication

Interviewing & advising

Problem solving

Financial data literacy

Mathematics proficiency

Confidentiality

HR & accounting coursework

Education

High school diploma + HR/accounting coursework

Job description

Additional Considerations (if any):

Must be 18+

At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.

Job Description:

Job Title: Human Resources and Accounting Manager

Department: General

FLSA: Hourly

Revision Date: 07/2026

About Hy-Vee

At Hy-Vee, we believe the shortest distance between two people is a smile. We’re seeking people with a passion for customer service, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to being part of a team that strives to make our customers’ lives easier, healthier and happier.

The Role and Why It’s Important

As the Human Resources and Accounting Manager at Hy-Vee, you’ll oversee both people operations and store accounting; two of the most critical functions in the building. From recruiting, payroll, and employee relations to cash accountability, accounts payable, and monthly reconciliations, your work keeps the store financially sound and the team well-supported.

If you’re highly organized, comfortable working with both people and numbers, and thrive in a role where no two days are exactly alike, this could be a great fit for you.

What You’ll Do

No two shifts are exactly the same, but here’s what you can expect:

• Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting customers warmly and assisting them throughout the store

• Coordinate all employee information updates in the time and attendance system including inputting, changing, and deleting records

• Counsel department heads and employees on performance reviews, scheduling, benefits, wages, and personnel matters; serve as Insurance Coordinator and 401(k) Coordinator

• Develop and manage recruiting and retention programs; facilitate the full hiring process including interviewing, placement, orientation, and training

• Coordinate employee transfers between stores and track vacation and personal days for all store employees

• Conduct performance reviews and exit interviews; attend weekly staff and assistant manager meetings

• Make payroll adjustments including bonuses and missed pay raises; transmit sales, hours, adjustments, and accounts receivable to the corporate office weekly

• Disperse paychecks, W-2s, and Trust Fund and 401(k) reports; distribute company and store communications including birthdays and anniversaries

• Prepare employee wage and employment verifications, disability claims, and leave of absence requests

• Record and follow up on Workers Compensation claims and complete accident reports for customers and employees

• Schedule employees, honor time-off requests, and arrange coverage for call-ins

• Evaluate daily money needs, maintain appropriate safe balances, count the safe, verify gift cards, and gather Western Union and utility reports

• Scan checks, balance cash and checks, and prepare daily deposits

• Reconcile miscellaneous bags, verify register ending balances, and prepare checkout and cash accountability reports

• Reconcile invoices, enter into the system, and send to corporate; complete all monthly reconciliations to balance with corporate

• Prepare unpaid invoice reports, reconcile Electronic Funds Transfer, and manage store accounts receivable with corporate monthly

• Reconcile expense and merchandise spreadsheets and complete FTD and Teleflora reconciliations monthly

• Run department invoice reports, prepare invoices held at store for corporate, and collect bad checks as needed

• Coordinate quarterly employee meetings, store events, service award programs, and bonus meetings

• Handle customer complaints and send follow-up and thank‑you correspondence

• Handle confidential employee records and sensitive information with strict discretion

• Maintain compliance with Hy-Vee's dress code, hygiene standards, and all company policies

• Assist in other store areas and take on special projects as needed

• You’ll receive direction and support from: Store Director, Store Manager, and Assistant Managers of Health Wellness Home, Perishables, and Store Operations

Your Skills

To be successful in this role, you’ll need to be able to:

• Communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally with employees and leadership

• Interview, counsel, and advise employees and managers with professionalism and discretion

• Solve practical problems and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Work accurately with financial data, reconciliations, and accounting processes

• Use basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, and percentages

• Handle confidential records and cash with strict accuracy and discretion

• High school diploma plus 2 to 3 years of HR and accounting coursework required