Asst Dir-Finance / アシスタントファイナンスディレクター

Role summary

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The Assistant Director of Finance supports the Director of Finance in managing hotel accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audits, internal controls, and compliance. Candidates typically need a degree or equivalent experience in finance, accounting, or hospitality, along with several years of relevant hotel or corporate finance experience. Strong knowledge of Japanese accounting practices, financial systems, Excel, and reporting processes is expected. Fluency in Japanese and professional English, sound analytical ability, discretion, leadership skills, and attention to detail are highly valuable. The successful candidate will help maintain accurate records, support departmental leaders with financial guidance, meet reporting deadlines, and uphold Marriott’s standards for ethics and financial control.

About the employer

The Tokyo EDITION, Toranomon is a luxury lifestyle hotel in central Tokyo, operated under Marriott International’s EDITION brand. EDITION combines the service standards and global resources of Marriott with an individual, design-led identity focused on contemporary hospitality, dining, nightlife, and guest experiences. The Toranomon property offers stylish accommodation, restaurants, bars, event facilities, and wellness amenities for international travelers, business guests, and local visitors. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hotel companies, with a broad portfolio of global brands and career opportunities across hospitality, finance, operations, sales, and corporate functions. Employees can benefit from structured training, international exposure, hotel industry experience, and Marriott’s associate travel programs, subject to local terms and eligibility.

Working in Japan

Japan offers strong opportunities in hotels, tourism, finance, technology, education, manufacturing, and international business, particularly in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and resort areas. Workplace culture values punctuality, preparation, respect, teamwork, and careful attention to detail. Tokyo provides excellent public transport, diverse dining, shopping, cultural attractions, and international communities, although housing and daily expenses can be high. Other cities may offer a calmer lifestyle and lower rents. Foreign employees generally need an appropriate work visa sponsored by an employer; hotel finance roles may require a work status connected to professional or managerial duties, plus relevant qualifications and experience. Applicants should prepare a Japanese-style resume where appropriate, confirm language expectations, and budget for deposits, moving costs, insurance, and tax. Japan has four distinct seasons, reliable infrastructure, and excellent rail connections, making it convenient for both urban living and travel.