Kanton Zürich
Zürich
Tax Commissioner Inheritance and Gift Tax 100%
- 21 September 2026
- 100%
- Zürich
Job summary
Join the tax department in Zurich Altstetten, specializing in estate taxes! This role offers a collaborative environment with competitive benefits.
Tasks
- Assess and evaluate tax returns for deceased individuals.
- Handle estate and gift tax assessments, including property valuations.
- Provide expertise on inquiries from heirs and local tax offices.
Skills
- Several years of tax experience or higher education in finance or law.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication skills in German.
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About the job
Tax Commissioner Inheritance and Gift Tax 100%Welcome to the fascinating world of taxes! The cantonal tax office, together with the municipal tax offices, collects taxes for the federal government, the canton, and the municipalities. We support private individuals and companies throughout the entire tax collection process. Around 800 qualified employees are committed to this at the location in Zurich Altstetten.
In the Estate Department, the assessment of inheritance and gift taxes as well as the assessment of ordinary taxes related to deaths is carried out in particular. You can further specialise in tax law and rely on a competent network for any questions. For our team, we are looking for the right reinforcement from 1 October 2026 or by arrangement.
Your tasks
- Examination and assessment of tax returns of deceased persons
- Assessment of inheritance and gift taxes, including the preparation and review of property and company valuations
- Assessment of supplementary wealth taxes
- Processing of ruling requests
- Professional contact person for enquiries from heirs, heirs' representatives, and executors, as well as professional advice to the assigned municipal tax offices
- Representation of the Canton of Zurich in appeal proceedings
Your profile
- Several years of experience in the field of taxes and/or
- Advanced professional training in finance and accounting, fiduciary services, or as a business economist HF, or successfully completed bachelor's degree, ideally in business economics or law, or similar qualifications
- Independent and responsible working style as well as high decision-making and analytical skills
- Convincing appearance and empathy
- Very good written and oral communication skills in German
We offer
- An experienced, committed, and collegial team
- Thorough induction into the area of work
- Attractive employment conditions such as flexible working hours, the possibility to work from home, lunch vouchers, and a modern workplace in close proximity to Zurich Altstetten station
- Internal and external training opportunities
- Diverse development opportunities such as further specialisation in tax law, participation in projects
Your next step
We look forward to receiving your application. Please use the online tool so that we can process your documents. For further information, please contact Christof Zimmerli (team leader) at Tel.: +41 43 259 35 61 or by e-mail: christof.zimmerli@zh.ch
Your new environment: Working at the Tax Office
