Clerk - Inheritance Tax 100%

About the job

competent | reliable | customer-oriented

Cantonal Tax Office Zurich

Clerk - Inheritance Tax

The Inheritance Department is the centre of expertise for various tax matters related to deaths.

For this newly created position, we are looking for a committed and reliable individual who wishes to contribute their previous professional experience and specifically expand their tax law expertise. You can expect a varied and diverse role in an interesting tax law environment.

Tasks

• You review tax returns and make assessments for cantonal and municipal taxes as well as direct federal tax in simpler cases.
• You handle cases of supplementary wealth tax.
• You support the department in the area of inheritance and gift taxes and assess cash gifts.
• You process requests for file inspection and provide telephone and written information.
• You handle enquiries from municipal tax offices.

Profile

• You have completed a commercial basic education (EFZ) and hold a federally recognised specialist certificate or an equivalent qualification.
• You bring two to four years of professional experience, at least two of which in a relevant field, for example in public administration, finance, or taxation.
• You have basic knowledge of tax law and are interested in deepening your understanding of tax law issues.
• You are motivated to acquire further expertise and develop professionally.
• You work independently, in a structured and careful manner.
• You have very good oral and written German skills as well as good MS Office user skills.
• You are a reliable, team-oriented and service-minded personality.

Offer

An exciting role with many opportunities for development and a well-coordinated team where appreciation and mutual support are lived values.

Your Contact

Urs Christ

Team Leader

+41 43 259 38 48

Eva Steiger

Recruiting Partner

+41 43 258 85 54

Dear recruitment agencies! Unfortunately, we cannot consider applications that involve fee demands. Only direct applications will be answered and considered in the selection process.

About us

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.

About 1200 people work in the Finance Directorate at four locations in Zurich. We manage the dossiers of finance, taxes, personnel, procurement and IT. Those who work with us help shape the canton – versatile, responsible and with impact beyond their own area of responsibility.

Your application process

Pre-selection

First interview on site

Second interview on site

Final decision