People Operations & Accounting Manager

Hy-Vee Inc; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee Inc. is seeking a Human Resources and Accounting Manager to oversee both people operations and store accounting. You will handle payroll, benefits, recruiting, and monthly reconciliations to keep the store financially sound and Staff supported.

The role requires strong organizational skills, discretion with sensitive information, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 2–3 years HR and accounting coursework required.
• Hy-Vee experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting customers and assisting them throughout the store.
• Coordinate all employee information updates in the time and attendance system.
• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Interviews & advising

Problem solving

Financial data handling

Numeracy

Discretion with confidential records

Education

High school diploma + HR/accounting coursework

Job description

Hy-Vee Inc. is seeking a Human Resources and Accounting Manager to oversee both people operations and store accounting. You will handle payroll, benefits, recruiting, and monthly reconciliations to keep the store financially sound and Staff supported.

The role requires strong organizational skills, discretion with sensitive information, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.