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Manager - Corporate Tax

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KPMG

18d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
    Accounting & Tax
  • Geneva

AI generated summary

  • You need a Swiss degree in law, accounting, or economics, be a certified tax expert, have 5-6 years in corporate tax (Big Four preferred), and be a native French speaker, fluent in English.
  • You will advise clients on complex tax issues, manage projects, oversee tax compliance, build client relationships, train junior colleagues, and foster a team-oriented culture.

Requirements

  • University degree in law, accounting or economics obtained in Switzerland
  • Swiss certified tax expert (or expected to pass soon the final exam)
  • Strong experience in Corporate Tax in Switzerland (minimum 5-6 years), ideally within a big four. Experience in real estate tax is a plus.
  • Native French speaker and fluent in English (C1 level minimum). German is an asset.
  • Team player with a strong interest in customer relationship and in team leadership
  • Great ability to work independently, sense of responsibility as well as service-oriented

Responsibilities

  • Advise our national and international clients on a variety of complex tax issues
  • Lead and coordinate a variety of projects, including M&A and tax accounting aspects within a multidisciplinary environment
  • Manage independently a number of clients and their expectations by building a strong relationship
  • Manage efficiently corporate tax compliance process (i.e. review tax returns and answers to questions, etc.)
  • Share knowledge to train and develop junior colleagues
  • Contribute to a stable and team-oriented working culture

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Manager - Corporate Tax position?

The primary responsibilities include advising clients on complex tax issues, leading and coordinating projects, managing client relationships, overseeing corporate tax compliance processes, training junior colleagues, and contributing to a team-oriented culture.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A university degree in law, accounting, or economics obtained in Switzerland is required, along with being a Swiss certified tax expert or expected to pass the exam soon. A strong experience in Corporate Tax in Switzerland, ideally within a big four, is also necessary.

How many years of experience are required for the Manager - Corporate Tax role?

A minimum of 5-6 years of strong experience in Corporate Tax in Switzerland is required for this position.

What language skills are required for this job?

The candidate must be a native French speaker and fluent in English (C1 level minimum). Knowledge of German is considered an asset.

Is experience in real estate tax beneficial for this role?

Yes, experience in real estate tax is considered a plus for this role.

What is the work schedule for this position?

The position is offered at an 80% - 100% workload, with flexibility in arrangement.

Where is the primary working location for this role?

The primary location is in Geneva, with occasional work required from the office in Lausanne to strengthen connections between the two locations.

What kind of work environment can one expect in this role?

The work environment is stimulating and multicultural, with a close-knit Corporate Tax team recognized for the quality of its services and strong team spirit.

Who should I contact for more information about the position?

For more questions, you can contact Haig Ilanjian from Human Resources at +41 58 249 38 80.

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