Tax and Statutory Specialist

Helen of Troy; Lausanne; Hybrid; CHF 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Collective Health Insurance or Gym Ass

Mobility allowance

Flexible work policy including work‑at

Increased flexi-days package after 1 y

Lunch and Learns

Employee discounts on EMEA products

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Helen of Troy is seeking a Tax and Statutory Specialist to join our Finance team in Bussigny. You will ensure local tax compliance, prepare VAT returns, and support statutory financial statements across EMEA in a hybrid setup.

The role involves coordinating with internal teams and external auditors, managing tax calendars, and contributing to tax reporting and transfer pricing activities. Fluency in English is required, with French or German as an asset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or Law. A Master’s degree or tax-related specialization is an advantage.
• 2-5 years of experience in taxation, accounting, audit, or finance. Prior experience in a tax, accounting, or consulting environment is a plus.
• Good understanding of corporate taxation and indirect tax (VAT), OECD principles and transfer pricing frameworks, accounting standards (US GAAP, FER, French GAAP, IFRS)
• Must have current eligibility to work in Switzerland
• Full fluency in English is required, fluency in French or German would be an asset
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Analytical mindset with a willingness to learn and develop

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and review of Swiss corporate income tax returns.
• Coordinate tax compliance activities across jurisdictions (UK Tax Strategy, CBC/UBO notifications).
• Prepare tax schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Submit Swiss VAT returns and support VAT compliance in foreign jurisdictions.
• Support quarterly and annual tax reporting processes.
• Maintain transfer pricing documentation and intercompany data.
• Assist with ERP extraction and tax process improvements.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors.

Skills

Taxation knowledge

Accounting/Finance background

English fluency

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or Law

Master’s degree or tax-related specialization (advantage)

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Join our Finance team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere, every day.

Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!

Position

Tax and Statutory Specialist

Department

Finance

Work Location

Bussigny, Switzerland

Work Type

Hybrid (work 3 days onsite), Full time – Permanent contract

What You Will Be Doing

The Tax & Statutory Specialist supports the Tax & Statutory Manager in ensuring full compliance with local tax regulations, statutory reporting requirements, and legal entity accounting obligations across EMEA. The role is responsible for the preparation and filing of VAT returns, assist and coordinate the preparations tax filings, support the establishment of statutory financial statements, coordinate requests from internal and external auditors, and support all other activities with regards to various compliance activities. The role also supports the quarterly Tax reporting activities by preparing Q-Tax Templates and Return to Accruals reconciliations.

Tax Compliance

• Assisting with the preparation and review of Swiss corporate income tax returns.
• Supporting tax compliance activities across international jurisdictions (Corporate income tax return, UK Tax Strategy, CBC notification, UBO notification.
• Preparing tax schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Maintaining accurate tax records and ensure compliance with filing deadlines.

VAT and Indirect Tax

• Assisting in the preparation and submission of Swiss VAT returns.
• Supporting VAT compliance in foreign jurisdictions (AU, DE, FR, UK, SW, BE), including OSS requirements (NL and BE).
• Performing VAT account reconciliations.
• Assisting in responding to tax authority queries and audits.

Tax Reporting

• Supporting quarterly and annual tax reporting processes.
• Assisting in the preparation of current and deferred tax calculations.
• Collecting and analysing financial data for tax reporting purposes.
• Contribute to tax provision documentation and supporting work papers.

Transfer Pricing Support

• Assisting in maintaining up-to-date transfer pricing documentation.
• Gathering financial and operational data required for transfer pricing analyses.
• Supporting the review and reconciliation of intercompany transactions from a tax perspective (including royalties, services, and financing).

Administrative & Process Support

• Maintaining tax calendars and monitor key deadlines.
• Supporting data extraction from ERP systems (e.g. Oracle).
• Assisting in documenting and improving tax processes.
• Supporting tax-related projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Assisting with the implementation of new tax regulations and reporting requirements.

Coordination during internal and external audits

• Working closely with accounting, finance, legal, and HR teams.
• Coordinating with external tax advisors as required.

Experience, Skills And Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or Law. A Master’s degree or tax-related specialization is an advantage
• 2-5 years of experience in taxation, accounting, audit, or finance. Prior experience in a tax, accounting, or consulting environment is a plus. Exposure to Swiss tax, DACH, and UK, or VAT matters
• Good understanding of corporate taxation and indirect tax (VAT), OECD principles and transfer pricing frameworks, accounting standards (US GAAP, FER, French GAAP, IFRS)
• Must have current eligibility to work in Switzerland
• Full fluency in English is required, fluency in French or German would be an asset
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Analytical mindset with a willingness to learn and develop

What do we offer?

• Competitive compensation package depending on experience and skills
• Collective Health Insurance or Gym Allowance
• Mobility allowance
• Flexible work policy with regards to working hours and work from home
• Increased flexi-days package after 1 year of service
• Swibeco
• Modern office with collaborative workspaces
• Employee assistance counselling line
• Employee discounts on all our EMEA products
• Lunch and Learns
• Company closure between Christmas and New Year’s
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• The chance to work in an international, diverse, and inclusive environment!

Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands! Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.

Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a leading global consumer products company with operations across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Our portfolio includes trusted brands such as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June – many of which rank among the top brands in their consumer goods categories.

We grow and strengthen our brands through innovation, operational excellence, and a collaborative culture focused on delivering exceptional products and experiences for consumers worldwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

Management reserves the right to modify the duties and responsibilities of the position at any time.