Payroll Operations Manager

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

• To manage relevant remuneration and payroll systems and processes for Mediclinic Southern Africa (MCSA).

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Manage the payroll system processes for MCSA
• Manage relevant remuneration processes for MCSA
• Accept ownership and manage the Success Factors System
• Coordinate relevant tax administration processes
• Manage and control department budgets / finances
• Initiate and manage relevant departmental projects
• Lead and manage the people in the Payroll Operations Team

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Essential Education

• Bachelors degree in relevant field (Financial / Commerce)

Desired Education

• Post-graduate degree in financial field

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Essential Minimum Experience

• 7 - 10 years experience in a similar role; at least 5 years managerial experience

Desired Experience

• Expierence in a payroll environment, within a large compliment of staff

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Understanding of the full monthly payroll process
• Understanding of HR Finance and relevant HR systems
• Knowledge of statutory and non-statutory payroll legislation
• Computer literacy: Excel
• Understanding of remuneration and employee benefits administration
• Payroll systems administration and SuccessFactors system knowledge
• Payroll governance, audit and risk management principles
• Financial reconciliation and payroll control principles
• Project management and continuous improvement capability
• Leadership and people management capability
• Stakeholder relationship management and communication skills
• Knowledge of POPIA and payroll data confidentiality requirements
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving capability

Closing date: 03/09/2026