Manager - Tax Services - Indirect Tax/VAT (Geneva or Lausanne)

Manager - Tax Services - Indirect Tax/VAT (Geneva or Lausanne)

The opportunity

At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your voice and perspective to help EY become even better too.

We are market leaders in numerous tax services and advise our clients on all tax issues. We optimize the business and legal structures of our global customers and support a healthy development of our clients, from renowned multinational companies to flourishing startups. 

Develop your individual skills in interdisciplinary and multicultural teams with us in our offices in Geneva or Lausanne! Indirect taxes operate in an extremely dynamic environment in which numerous changes are constantly planned and implemented - help us and our customers to master the challenges ahead.

Embark on your next journey and join our unique Indirect Tax Team to help solve exciting problems on a daily basis! 

Your key responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with indirect tax rules on a local and global scale, supporting diverse clients across all industries, from manufactured products to real estate and financial activities
• Address the complexities of a constantly evolving tax landscape, keeping abreast with e-commerce VAT rules, and rapidly spreading e-invoicing requirements
• Focus on increased VAT efficiency within supply chains and support clients in transitioning to a digitalized world
• Be a key pilar of our team growth, supporting and training our more junior colleagues and managing your projects from identifying clients' needs to delivering our recommendations
• Collaborate with our global network of Indirect tax experts dedicated to delivering holistic, practice-oriented solutions
• Work closely with colleagues in Tax, Assurance, and Advisory Services to comprehensively meet clients' needs and offer innovative solutions
• Tackle complex Swiss and international tax questions within an interdisciplinary environment, fostering constant learning opportunities and personal development
• Engage in exciting projects at the intersection of business and law, gaining deep insights into various industries and business areas through daily client interactions and communication with tax authorities

Skills and attributes for success

• A recognized diploma in Law and/or Economics, preferably obtained from a Swiss University or equivalent foreign diploma; certified Tax Expert recognition is considered an asset
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in indirect tax consulting, preferably gained at one of the Big4 or a comparable consulting firm, either in Switzerland or internationally; additional experience as an in-house VAT advisor is considered a valuable asset
• Proven track record as a manager who has responsibly handled client mandates and guided less experienced colleagues through complex projects
• Fluent in French and English, essential for our international company operations; proficiency in other foreign languages is highly appreciated
• Demonstrate commitment and initiative, essential qualities for shaping and advancing your career with us
• Thrive in a great working environment where your proactive approach to career development is encouraged and supported

What we offer

EY Switzerland offers you to work in a diverse and inclusive environment with around 3,000 employees from 64 different countries. You will collaborate with the best, learn from the best and continually grow, as we invest a significant portion of our annual turnover in the personal development and training of our employees.

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Have we sparked your interest? We look forward to receiving your complete application with CV, cover letter and certificates. 
For more information, please contact our recruitment team (recruitment.switzerland@ey.com / +41 58 286 33 66).

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