Senior Consultant - Fund Tax Reporting Services

EY (Ernst & Young AG); Zürich; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

EY in Zurich is seeking a Senior Consultant for Fund Tax Reporting Services to advance Swiss fund tax reporting capabilities for asset managers and fund houses. You will own multi-jurisdictional analyses and deliver accurate Swiss tax figures to meet ESTV/SFTA requirements, while collaborating with clients and EY partners.

Join a growing team that emphasizes technical depth, coaching junior colleagues, and continuous process improvement through automation and data analytics, in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Bachelor or master degree in relevant field.
• 3–5 years in taxation, ideally in Big4, asset manager, fund administration or tax advisory.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills; proficient in MS Excel.
• English language proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing Swiss income tax figures for investment funds (including the Swiss taxable income per unit).
• Coordinating with EY partner offices, clients and fund administrators to obtain, validate and reconcile data for accurate tax reporting.
• Managing the reporting process end-to-end: planning timelines, monitoring deadlines and ensuring high-quality, on-time delivery to clients and the SFTA.
• Acting as a trusted point of contact for clients on Swiss fund tax reporting matters.
• Contributing to continuous improvement and automation of reporting processes and tools.

Skills

Taxation

Excel

Data analytics

English

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor/Master in finance or related field

Job description

Senior Consultant - Fund Tax Reporting Services (Zurich)

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The opportunity

Our Europe Financial Services Tax (EW FS Tax) team in Zurich advises leading Swiss and international asset managers, fund houses and financial institutions on the full spectrum of taxation.

As part of our growing Swiss Fund Tax Reporting practice, you will take ownership of engagements - from the analysis of complex, multi-jurisdictional fund structures through to the delivery of investor tax figures that meet the requirements of the Swiss Federal Tax Administration (SFTA/ESTV).

This role offers client exposure, technical depth, and clear career progression. As a Senior Consultant, you will further develop your fund tax expertise, support and coach junior team members, and contribute to the continued growth and success of our practice.

Your key responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing Swiss income tax figures for investment funds (including the Swiss taxable income per unit)
• Coordinating with our EY partner offices, clients and fund administrators to obtain, validate and reconcile the data required for accurate tax reporting
• Managing the reporting process end-to-end: planning timelines, monitoring deadlines and ensuring high-quality, on-time delivery to clients and the SFTA
• Acting as a trusted point of contact for clients on Swiss fund tax reporting matters
• Contributing to the continuous improvement and automation of our reporting processes and tools

Skills and attributes for success

• A university degree (bachelor or master) in law, economics, business administration, finance or a comparable field
• 3-5 years of experience in taxation, ideally gained within a Big4 firm, asset manager, fund administration or tax advisory environment
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills and a confident command of MS Excel; experience in data analytics or automation is considered as an advantage
• Ability to translate complex tax and regulatory requirements into clear, practical solutions for clients
• Full professional proficiency in English (spoken and written); is an advantage
• Excellent communication skills combined with a structured, analytical, and detail-oriented mindset, a strong sense of ownership, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset and the drive to keep learning in a fast-moving field
• Keen interest in process optimization, automation, and digital transformation such as AI implementation

What we offer you

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

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.