Head of Financial Operations, Japan
Core
Lead Square's financial operations strategy in Japan, ensuring reliable, compliant, and cost-effective payment processing and fund settlement for merchants.
Role type
Head of Financial Operations (Japan)
Builds
Payment infrastructure, partner relationships, and operational controls for Square's Japan market.
Domain
Fintech, Payments, Banking, Japan Market
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Payments ecosystem expertise, Partner relationship management, Commercial negotiation, Regulatory engagement, Cross-functional leadership, Strategic planning
Preferred skills
Experience with Japanese regulators (METI, JFSA), Payment Facilitator/acquiring models, US-headquartered fintech background, Media training
Technologies
Card networks, Acquirers, Issuers, Processors, RegTech tools
Responsibilities
Lead execution of financial operations priorities, Own operational performance for payments and settlement, Build senior relationships with banks and regulators, Lead commercial negotiations with partners, Represent Square in public and regulatory forums, Partner with Product and Engineering teams, Identify opportunities to improve authorization and reconciliation, Monitor regulatory changes, Establish governance and reporting rhythms
Seniority
Executive, Strategy & Mentorship