Tax Manager
At Leonteq, we are a leading player in the financial industry, renowned for our innovative approaches, our commitment to excellence and our entrepreneurial spirit. Our organisational values people together, passion, dedication, quality and expertise are our guiding north star.
You will be part of the Group Taxes team within the Finance & Corporate division.
What you'll do Manage tax aspects of the group globally and in collaboration with advisors and local accountants, incl. tax compliance coordination and preparation, with a focus on:
- VAT/GST
- Withholding taxes
- Corporate income taxes
- Financial transaction taxes and stamp duties
- Tax audits and tax litigations in Switzerland and abroad
Provide regular support to the Financial Accounting & Reporting department:
- Facilitate group tax accounting (IFRS and local)
- Contribute to the elaboration of the group’s tax notes
- Perform tax provision calculations
- Monitor and coordinate transfer pricing adjustments
Govern operational tax matters such as:
- FATCA and CRS reporting
- US 871(m) reporting
- Yearly tax reporting for Actively Managed Certificates (AMCs) and Tracker Certificates
- Withholding tax repatriation restrictions
- Tax related questions further to structured products
- Preparation of tax ruling requests for new investment structures
- Take on ad-hoc tasks and run tax related projects across various departments and divisions (e.g. introduction of new accounting or payment systems, openings of new offices, etc.)
- Manage parts of the advisory and service providers network globally
What you'll need
- Higher education in business administration, economics or law
- Good understanding of accounting and reporting systems
- 3 - 6 years relevant experience, in particular in Swiss tax law
- Tech-savvy, highly skilled in excel and data analysis
- Good written and verbal communication in English and German
- Fast learner with high levels of confidence, professionalism and diplomacy
Nice to have
- Diploma as Swiss Certified Tax Expert or Swiss Certified Fiduciary Expert is a plus
Why you'll love working here
- Experience the dynamics of a leading fintech company in Switzerland
- Learn about the universe of structured products
- Work in modern facilities at an exceptional location
- Hybrid work system: home office and office