Clerk Tax Estate
- 09 November 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Intermediate)
- Zürich
About the job
Canton of Zurich
Department of Finance
Tax Office
Cantonal Tax Office Zurich
Zurich
by arrangement
competent | reliable | customer-oriented
Clerk Tax Estate
100%
The Estate 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.
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 specialist field, for example in public administration, finance or tax sector.
- You have basic knowledge of tax law and are interested in deepening your engagement with 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 shaping and a well-coordinated team where appreciation and mutual support are lived values.
Your Contact
Urs Christ
Team Leader
+41 43 259 38 48
Team Leader
+41 43 259 38 48
Eva Steiger
Recruiting Partner
+41 43 258 85 54
Recruiting Partner
+41 43 258 85 54
Dear recruitment agencies! Unfortunately, we cannot consider dossiers associated with 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 at the Department of Finance 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.
We offer...
Lunch-Check
a diverse catering offer thanks to Lunch-Check
Good and broad training and further education offer
varied training and further education opportunities
Workplace near the station
a central location with good public transport connections
Your Application Process
- Pre-selection
- First interview on site
- Second interview on site
- Final decision
