Supervisor-Accounting

Job Description

The Supervisor-Accounting supports daily hotel accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable, income audits, reconciliations, cash handling, reporting, and financial controls. Candidates are generally expected to have accounting or finance experience, preferably in hospitality, strong numerical and organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with accounting systems and Microsoft Office. Japanese and English communication skills may be valuable in an international hotel environment. The successful candidate should be dependable, ethical, discreet with financial information, able to meet deadlines, and comfortable supervising or coordinating accounting activities while working closely with department managers and hotel leadership.

Company Info

The Chapter Kyoto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is a Marriott-affiliated lifestyle hotel in Kyoto, Japan. Tribute Portfolio properties are known for distinctive, locally influenced design and an independent character supported by Marriott’s international reservation, loyalty, and operational network. Located in one of Japan’s most visited cultural destinations, the hotel serves leisure travelers, business guests, and international visitors seeking access to Kyoto’s temples, traditional neighborhoods, restaurants, and seasonal attractions. Its finance team supports the hotel’s day-to-day commercial and operational performance through accurate reporting, effective controls, budgeting, payroll coordination, and compliance with company and Japanese requirements. Employees can expect a multicultural hospitality environment, collaboration across departments, and high standards for guest service and professional conduct. Exact ownership, benefits, and working conditions should be confirmed directly with the recruiting team.

Destination Guide

Japan offers opportunities in hospitality, tourism, restaurants, technology, education, manufacturing, healthcare, and finance. Kyoto is especially strong for hotels, cultural tourism, food service, and international guest relations. Workplace culture values punctuality, teamwork, respect, service quality, and careful attention to detail; communication may be formal and Japanese ability is often helpful. Major cities provide efficient public transport, excellent healthcare, and abundant amenities, though housing and living costs can be high. Foreign employees normally need an appropriate work status before starting employment, such as an Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services visa, with the employer commonly supporting the Certificate of Eligibility process. Requirements depend on nationality, education, experience, and job duties. Applicants should budget for deposits, agency fees, transport, and initial accommodation. Kyoto has a quieter lifestyle than Tokyo but attracts heavy seasonal tourism. Confirm sponsorship, salary, benefits, working hours, relocation assistance, and Japanese-language expectations before accepting an offer.