Manager - Corporate Tax Compliance (Zurich)

EY; Zürich; On-site; CHF 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

EY in Switzerland seeks a Manager to lead our Swiss Tax Compliance practice, guiding national and international client engagements across the full tax compliance cycle, including corporate income tax returns, withholding tax, provisions and Pillar Two reporting.

You will mentor junior professionals, coordinate audits with cantonal and federal authorities, and collaborate with EY’s global teams to deliver practical tax solutions. Fluent German and English are required; French is a plus.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in corporate taxation and tax compliance.
• Proven ability to manage complex client portfolios and drive improvements.
• Fluent in German and English; French is a plus.
• Interest in digitalization, tax technology, and AI-driven solutions.
• Entrepreneurial, client-focused mindset with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of corporate tax engagements for major Swiss and multinational clients.
• Manage the full tax compliance lifecycle, including tax returns and filings.
• Lead tax audits with cantonal and federal authorities and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Review Pillar Two (QDMTT) filings and related reporting obligations.
• Coach and develop junior professionals and collaborate across EY's global network.

Skills

Corporate taxation

Tax compliance

Client management

Leadership experience

Education

Certified Tax Expert qualification (or equivalent)

Tools

Tax technology

AI tools

Job description

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Our Swiss Tax Compliance team advises a broad portfolio of national and international clients on corporate tax compliance and tax reporting matters. As part of our growing practice, you will take responsibility for managing client engagements across the full tax compliance cycle, including the review of corporate income tax returns, withholding tax declarations, tax calculations, tax provisions, and Pillar Two (QDMTT) reporting requirements.

In this role, you will take ownership of client engagements, acting as a trusted advisor on corporate tax com-pliance matters while collaborating with interdisciplinary and international teams across our global network. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality tax compliance services and driving exceptional client out-comes.
This position offers significant client exposure, technical depth, and excellent career development opportuni-ties. As a Manager, you will lead client relationships, manage engagements, mentor and develop junior pro-fessionals, and play an active role in driving the continued growth and success of our Swiss Tax Compliance practice.

Your key responsibilities

• Take ownership of corporate tax compliance engagements for leading Swiss and multinational com-panies, acting as a trusted advisor on tax and process improvement initiatives
• Manage the full tax compliance lifecycle, including the review of tax returns, tax provisions, and withholding tax filings, while identifying opportunities to optimize and streamline tax processes
• Lead and coordinate tax audits with cantonal tax authorities and the Swiss Federal Tax
  Administration, providing pragmatic advice and managing stakeholder interactions throughout the process
• Review OECD Pillar Two (QDMTT) filings, GIR notifications, and related reporting obligations,
  supporting clients in implementing efficient compliance and governance frameworks
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary and international teams across our global network to deliver inte-grated solutions for complex cross-border tax and regulatory matters
• Coach and develop team members, fostering technical excellence, collaboration, and
  continuous professional growth

Skills and attributes for success

• Several years of experience in corporate taxation and tax compliance, ideally complemented by a Certified Tax Expert qualification (or equivalent) and a passion for delivering practical client
  solutions
• Proven ability to manage complex client portfolios, drive projects, and identify opportunities for pro-cess improvements, efficiency gains, and tax transformation initiatives
• Fluent in German and English; French language skills are a plus
• Strong interest in digitalization, AI, automation, and emerging technologies, with exposure to tax technology, AI tools, or agent-based solutions considered a plus
• Entrepreneurial, client-focused, and solution-oriented mindset with strong communication skills and the ability to simplify complex matters
• Collaborative team player with initial leadership experience and a passion for coaching and
  developing junior professionals

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empow-er you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence?

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