What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head of Operations position at STARMED America?
Summary
STARMED America is seeking a Head of Operations to elevate our US subsidiary's business operational systems and serve as a vital bridge between the headquarters in Korea and the US office.
This role is the hands-on operational lead for the entire US entity — driving administrative efficiency and strategic execution with a strong foundation in Finance and HR.
01. Key Responsibilities
– General Operations: Oversee the overall operational processes of the US entity and drive workflow efficiency
– Financial Management & Reporting: Own the financial accuracy and internal controls of the US subsidiary
· Lead monthly closing and HQ financial reporting
· Establish operational KPIs and execute cost optimization initiatives
· Manage and coordinate with external accounting and tax advisors
– HR & Organizational Management: Manage local recruitment, performance management, and organizational cohesion initiatives
– Strategic Decision Support: Support executive decision-making through operational data analysis and regular HQ reporting
– HQ–Subsidiary Collaboration: Translate and implement Korea HQ's management guidelines, optimized for the US local environment
02. Qualifications
– Experience: 10 years of experience in Finance, HR, or Business Management
– Expertise: Proven hands-on leadership capable of overseeing all back-office functions across the organization
– Language Skills: Native-level English proficiency with business-level Korean fluency (Bilingual required)
– Competencies: Strong ability to grasp subtle business nuances across cultures, with strategic thinking and sound judgment
03. Preferred Qualifications
– Experience in the Medical Device or Healthcare industry
– Proven track record of building or significantly optimizing operational systems for a global subsidiary
– US CPA or equivalent financial qualification / comparable experience
– Current resident of California (LA area) with an established local professional network
04. Employment Details
Employment Type
Full-Time, Regular
Location
STARMED America — Los Angeles, CA
Compensation
Commensurate with experience and qualifications (negotiated individually)
Salary : $100,000 - $135,000