Swiss Tax Specialist

Swiss Tax Specialist

Company: Nestlé

Location: Vevey, CH

Function: Finance

Job Type: Full time On-site

Location: Vevey, Switzerland
Work model: Office-based with hybrid flexibility / Full time
Contract type / duration: Permanent Contract

Target Start Date: as soon as possible

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In this opportunity at Nestlé, your mission is to support timely and accurate Swiss tax compliance while contributing to the implementation of tax-efficient solutions aligned with the Group’s strategy. You will make a difference by collaborating closely with the Swiss tax team, finance, accounting and other internal stakeholders on compliance, closing processes, reorganizations, transactions and broader tax matters. This is your opportunity to deepen your Swiss tax expertise, work on varied technical topics and contribute to projects with business impact.

How you’ll make an impact as a Swiss Tax Specialist

• Ensure timely and accurate compliance with Swiss tax laws, including reviewing selected tax returns and preparing and filing claims where required.
• Support the Swiss tax team in implementing tax-efficient strategies in line with business needs and the Group’s strategy.
• Coordinate with different departments to support the execution of group reorganizations, specific transactions and related tax projects.
• Provide Swiss technical tax input on structuring, transactions, reorganizations, transfer pricing interactions and tax ruling requests.
• Contribute to year-end and quarterly closing activities by supporting the review of Swiss income tax provisions, deferred taxes and tax risks.
• Monitor Swiss tax certificates for foreign jurisdictions, assess Swiss foreign tax credit refunds and periodically review Swiss tax positions.

What will make you successful

• Background in Finance, Economics or an equivalent field, with a confirmed experience in a relevant role; experience in a large multinational and/or an international tax services firm is an asset
• Expertise in Swiss tax matters, including direct tax, indirect tax, stamp duties and withholding taxes; certification, or progress towards certification, as a Swiss certified tax expert is a strong advantage.
• Ability to collaborate & communicate effectively across internal functions, work autonomously, manage multiple priorities and deliver within tight deadlines.
• A solid track record of mastering new tax laws and tax-relevant accounting principles and applying them to IFRS and SGF financial statements.
• Well-developed analytical thinking, planning, data analysis and problem-solving skills, combined with resilience and agility in a changing environment.
• Fluency in French and English; German proficiency is a strong asset.

What to expect from our hiring process

We are committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring experience and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations if needed. Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern installations and procedures to ensure a safe environment for everyone.

The hiring process typically includes a video interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and final interviews and offer. We review applications as they are received and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early. All information is treated confidentially.

All internal candidates whose skills most closely align with the role’s requirements will be considered. Please discuss your application with your HR Business Partner and line manager before applying.

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