(Senior) Manager - International Corporate Tax & Transformation (Zurich)

EY; Zürich; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

EY in Zürich, Switzerland, seeks an experienced tax accounting and risk advisory professional to operate at the intersection of tax and assurance. You will work with international banks and insurers, guiding complex tax reporting and function redesigns using data, technology and AI.

You will lead international and Swiss audits, transform tax functions, and manage client portfolios end-to-end, delivering high-quality services while coaching a growing team.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in tax accounting, tax audit, or a comparable role, ideally in an international environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting and tax reporting (IFRS and/or US GAAP).
• Structured, solution‑oriented mindset with strong project management skills.
• Curiosity and openness to innovation, particularly in leveraging technology and AI in tax and reporting.
• A collaborative mindset and clear, confident communication style.
• Fluency in German and English.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor and central point of contact for clients and colleagues on complex direct tax accounting matters
• Lead tax audits for international groups and Swiss entities, working closely with assurance teams and bringing together tax and audit perspectives
• Support clients in transforming their tax functions, combining technical expertise with process, data, and technology‑driven solutions
• Develop deep expertise in areas such as BEPS Pillar 2 and assess implications for both audit and advisory engagements
• Manage client portfolios end-to-end, including planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of processes and quality
• Coach and develop team members, contributing to a high‑performing, collaborative, and ambitious team culture

Skills

Tax accounting

Tax audit

IFRS/US GAAP

Project management

Innovation with AI

German language

English language

Job description

The Opportunity

Join us to build something exceptional. As part of EY’s Tax Accounting & Risk Advisory Services (TARAS) practice, you will operate at the intersection of tax and assurance: working like an auditor, grounded in tax law, and exposed to some of the most complex and internationally relevant topics in financial reporting. You will work with leading national and international banks and insurance companies, helping them navigate increasingly complex tax reporting requirements, redesign their tax functions, and embrace transformation through technology and AI. This role is defined by variety, intellectual challenge, and real impact.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor and central point of contact for clients and colleagues on complex direct tax accounting matters
• Lead tax audits for international groups and Swiss entities, working closely with assurance teams and bringing together tax and audit perspectives
• Support clients in transforming their tax functions, combining technical expertise with process, data, and technology‑driven solutions
• Develop deep expertise in areas such as BEPS Pillar 2 and assess implications for both audit and advisory engagements
• Manage client portfolios end-to-end, including planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of processes and quality
• Coach and develop team members, contributing to a high‑performing, collaborative, and ambitious team culture

Skills and attributes for success

• 5–7 years of experience in tax accounting, tax audit, or a comparable role, ideally in an international environment
• Strong understanding of accounting and tax reporting (IFRS and/or US GAAP), with the ability to connect technical topics across disciplines
• A structured, solution‑oriented mindset combined with strong project management skills
• Curiosity and openness to innovation, particularly in leveraging technology and AI in tax and reporting
• A collaborative mindset and clear, confident communication style
• Fluency in German and English

What we offer

We develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel 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.

Apply today.