PRIVATE CLIENT US TAX MANAGER
ZURICH/GENEVA
18 October 2023

Are you a driven individual with prior experience in US tax preparation? We are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated (Senior) US Tax Manager for the Private Client Group in our Zurich or Geneva office. Depending on your level of experience, we would welcome applications from tax professionals with five years’ up to ten years’ individual tax experience. A more senior title will be given according to level of experience.

The role

• Demonstrate a complete understanding of US tax concepts and effectively apply tax knowledge to client situations
• Thoroughly and accurately analyze information to ensure precision and compliance
• Conduct a detailed review and provide your signature for US tax filings prepared for clients, maintaining the highest standards of quality
• Prepare practical and creative solutions to clients’ tax situations, arriving at appropriate conclusions. Lead in developing recommendations and implementation plans
• Make informed decisions in complex and judgmental areas, guiding clients toward optimal outcomes
• Establish and maintain long-term working relationships with clients, built on trust and exceptional service
• Pursue and share knowledge to develop professionally and enhance service delivery
• Identify and sell opportunities for tax planning and other specialized services, contributing to clients’ financial success
• Leverage technology to continually maximize productivity, ensuring timely and accurate results
• Encourage communication and effectively supervise team members to foster a collaborative work environment
• Contribute to a flexible, stable, and team-oriented working culture that fosters personal development

Requirements

• 5-10 years US tax experience especially for individuals with a Big 4 or boutique firm serving international clients
• Bachelor’s degree and Enrolled Agent or US CPA
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively teach technical training to peers and staff
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills
• Detail-orientated, organized, and able to work well under pressure
• Fluent written and spoken English, other languages are a plus

We are looking forward to receiving your full application (motivation letter, CV, references, diplomas) to d.kueng@xcslscl.com, Delphine Küng, HR Consultant.

You will need to meet Swiss legal working requirements (including EU citizens with resident status or current work visa). Applications from candidates requiring sponsorship to work in Switzerland can be considered in exceptional circumstances.