Tax Commissioner Natural Persons Rheintal Region (m/f/d)

As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we are committed to the common good of society at the

cantonal administration. With an impressive variety of services,

our work affects all areas of life, whether education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture, or finance. With our meaningful

work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.

The Cantonal Tax Office is responsible for enforcing the provisions of federal, cantonal, and municipal taxes. It ensures the complete registration of all taxpayers, professional and customer-oriented tax assessment, and uniform tax collection.

The Natural Persons main department is responsible for the uniform assessment of income and wealth taxes and the examination of the refund of withholding tax for around 330,000 natural persons, as well as the valuation of around 22,000 unlisted companies based in the canton of St. Gallen.

To complement our team, we are looking for you as of September 1, 2026, or by agreement as

Tax Commissioner Natural Persons Rheintal Region (m/f/d)

Workload: 60%

Workplace: Altstätten

What to expect

• You prepare assessments in accordance with regulations and carry them out independently within your workload
• You provide competent information – before, during, and after the assessment procedure
• You handle legal remedies, process objections, and prepare statements for appeals and complaints before the Administrative Appeals Commission
• You work closely with the municipal tax offices and maintain a constructive exchange at eye level

What distinguishes you

• You have a Bachelor’s / Master’s degree or another higher education in business administration (e.g., fiduciary with a federal diploma, finance and accounting specialist with a federal diploma, or an equivalent qualification)
• You bring several years of professional experience in the field of taxes or fiduciary services
• You are resilient, decisive, and responsible
• You convince with confident appearance, communication, and negotiation skills
• You think and act customer-oriented

What we offer

• A versatile and demanding activity with high personal responsibility in a motivating, collegial environment
• Excellent opportunities for professional and personal development
• Modern work models with flexible working hours and the possibility of home office
• An open "du" culture where your opinion counts and trust is lived

Ready for the next step? If we have sparked your interest and you want to be part of the team, we look forward to your application.