Head of Finance, Owndays, Japan

Head of Finance, Owndays, Japan, Lenskart Group. About Owndays (Lenskart Group):Owndays, one of Japan’s leading optical retail brands, is now part of the Lenskart Group – a global eyewear company transforming the way people buy eyewear through vertical integration, design innovation, and technology. Lenskart operates across India, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and the US, with Owndays as its flagship brand in Japan and parts of Asia.We aim to build the most loved and people-first eyewear company in the world – and this journey starts with our leadership team.Role Overview:We are seeking an experienced and forward-looking Head – Finance to lead the financial function for Owndays Japan. This role is pivotal in shaping financial strategy, driving operational excellence, and strengthening governance as we continue to scale our retail and digital businesses in the region.As the Head – Finance, you will partner closely with senior leadership to build financial resilience, optimize capital and operating efficiencies, and enable strong, sustainable business performance. You will also play a key role in integrating Owndays Japan into Lenskart’s broader global growth vision, ensuring disciplined execution, robust controls, and strategic decision support across the organization.Key Responsibilities:Financial Strategy & LeadershipDefine and execute the finance strategy in alignment with business priorities and global standardsServe as a strategic advisor to the leadership team on financial planning, investments, and business performanceBuild robust frameworks for growth while balancing profitability and risk managementBusiness Partnering & Decision SupportPartner with retail, merchandising, and operations leaders to enable data-driven decision-makingEvaluate new business opportunities, expansion strategies, and investment casesLead financial modeling and scenario planning for Japan’s growth strategyDriving Gross Margin, EBITDA expansion and cost controlPlanning, Budgeting & ForecastingLead annual operating plans, budgets, and rolling forecastsDrive performance tracking against financial and operational KPIsProactively identify risks and opportunities, ensuring agility in financial planningDriving Weekly Business Reviews with HQ, Board MeetingsOverseeing Financial Audit, Financial Reporting and Tax complianceTimely closing and reporting of financial statements as per group reporting timelinesOverseeing controllership and quarterly / annual audits as per group timelines Ensuring tax compliance in partnership with SMEs Working Capital & Treasury ManagementOptimize cash flow, working capital, and capital allocationOversee treasury, banking, and funding arrangements in collaboration with Group FinanceEnsure efficient hedging, liquidity, and debt management practicesSystems, Processes & AnalyticsStrengthen financial systems, ERP Implementation, tools, and reporting processes for scalabilityDrive automation, analytics, and dashboards to provide real-time business insightsEnable data-led decision-making through financial technology adoptionTeam Leadership & Global AlignmentLead and mentor a high-performing finance team in JapanAlign Japan’s finance practices with Lenskart Group’s global finance frameworksCollaborate with group-level stakeholders on strategic initiatives and governanceIdeal Candidate Profile:12–15 years of progressive finance leadership experienceEducation pedigree: CPA or MBA in Finance Strong background in retail, consumer, or fast-growth businesses is highly preferredExpertise in financial planning, controllership and business partneringProven ability to scale financial systems and processes in multi-site, high-growth environmentsDeep understanding of Japanese accounting standards, tax, and regulatory landscapeStrategic thinker with hands-on execution capability and ability to influence at board levelLanguage & Communication Skills:Fluency in Japanese and EnglishIt’s mandatory to know English and Japanese to collaborate with Lenskart Group’s international teamsWhy Join Us:Lead the finance agenda for one of Japan’s most loved optical retail brands with strong global backingWork with entrepreneurial leaders driving rapid growth and transformation in retailShape financial strategy and governance for Owndays’ flagship marketBe part of a global movement making eyewear more accessible, innovative, and delightful