Job Description

Job description
Being part of HSBC in Switzerland, you'll help evolve and grow our business.
The jobholder must act proactively to ensure overview direct taxes compliance of Swiss HSBC entities (calculate tax provisions, make tax prepayments, prepare the working papers and file tax returns, validate the tax assessments, be the point of contact with tax authorities with regards to all questions related to tax assessments, tax return, etc.). Implement Pillar II legislation in HSBC entities in Switzerland, perform necessary calculations and analysis, to ensure compliance
The jobholder will also need to maintain an overview of indirect taxes of Swiss HSBC entities, namely the Swiss VAT Group (prepare quarterly tax returns and end-of-year VAT reconciliation, as well as determine the VAT bank lump-sum).
Are you interested?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, we want to hear from you!
What you will do:
The jobholder will have direct reporting line to the Head of Tax - Switzerland. The main responsibilities of the job holder will be to:
Support Business, Finance and Procurement, but also suppliers in VAT-related questions, ranging from specific one-off questions to long-lasting projects support.
Act as expert on VAT topics like all-in fees, fund management/distribution fees as well as monitor foreign VAT/GST obligations.
Interact with tax authorities on the direct and indirect tax matters.
Be the point of contact with IT to ensure tax requirements are correctly integrated in systems.
Overview of tax accounting and tax reporting processes (prepare bookings for tax-related accounting entries, validate tax accounts in Swiss-GAAPs Financial Statements, prepare tax reporting for Group consolidated accounts under IFRS, including effective tax rate and deferred tax calculation, preparation of data for CbCR, etc.).
Advise on tax impacts of intra-Swiss and cross-border restructurings and business flows, anticipate tax risks and provide with guidance as to the appropriate course of action to ensure compliance with Swiss and foreign tax legislations. Perform Transfer Pricing (TP) reviews: provide upstream TP controls on new intragroup agreements/services/restructurings and ensure the sufficient TP documentation is in place.
Keep appropriate documentation, procedures and memos on key tax matters.
Manage relations with 3rd party advisors: make tenders, agree on contract terms, follow up on the invoicing.
Requirements
University, Business or commercial school qualification, law degree.
Experience in dealing with direct and indirect tax compliance.
Good understanding of the Private Banking business
Flexible, curious and collaborative mindset
Highly organised and experienced in advising on, implementing and following administrative processes
Must be detail-orientated and able to work independently under pressure
Direct experience of analytical and problem solving
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient PC skills, including Word, Excel, Adobe and the use of Internet Search Engines
Fluency in English, French and other languages could be an advantage.
Due to immigration restrictions in Switzerland, we will only be able to consider applications from Swiss or EU citizens or from candidates holding a valid Swiss work permit.
Even if you feel you do not meet 100% of our qualifications, we encourage you to apply, if you believe this role is right for you.
What you'll get in return:
Not only is HSBC a great place to work, but we also offer the following unique and exciting opportunities and benefits:

• We'll help you progress your career, including access to development programmes, mentoring and coaching, as well as world-class training through HSBC University.
• You can work your way and will have a say in when, where and how you and your team flexibly work together.

Our benefits will give you financial security, and can includ

• Health & meal allowance, public transport or (e-)bike allowance
• Our family-focused benefits can help you to support your loved ones and include: days off for key events (weddings, moving house, adoption). A one-time marriage or registering of a "Civil Partnership" grant. One-time premium for birth or adoption, as "gift" or "voucher. 4 weeks' paternity leave & 26 weeks' maternity leave
• Emergency Childcare with the Red Cross, free of charges for HSBC employees.
• Purchased holidays scheme, unpaid leave, sabbatical, Volunteering Leave,
• Accident insurance (private coverage) paid by the Employer, attractive Pension Scheme

We'll give you a huge range of resources that support your mental, physical and social well-being, including:

• Various sports and leisure activities organised by the employees for the employees.
• he Bank offers to the employees and their family members specialised free, confidential service to help them deal with any personal problems - either at work or at home. Unlimited telephone consultations services available 24/7.
• You'll have opportunities to work internationally - this can be your place to start and branch out to anywhere we have offices
• You'll be able to join our Employee Resource Groups that bring together colleagues with shared characteristics and common interests.

HSBC has been certified "Top Employer 2025" in Switzerland. This recognition from the Top Employers Institute rewards our HR practices and recognises HSBC as an HR Leader in Switzerland.
At HSBC, our purpose is opening up a world of opportunity and by joining our team, you can be part of something bigger. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible.
As a business operating in markets all around the world, we believe diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why HSBC is committed to being an inclusive employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified applicants irrespective of ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability/long term health condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by local law in the jurisdictions in which we operate. Within the work place you will have access to various employee resource groups which aim to promote and achieve a healthy work / life balance and support our diversity ambitions. HSBC has in place processes in order to avoid nepotism, which means to avoid creating circumstances in which the appearance or possibility of conflicts of interest may exist within the hiring process.
HSBC is a signatory company of the Advance Charter. This Charter is a commitment towards gender equality in business and hence a workplace environment that supports a fair and balanced approach to hiring, remunerating, promoting and retaining female talent.
Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we're dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible for everyone to be at their best.
If you have a need that requires accommodations or changes during the recruitment process, please let us know.
HSBC is committed to building a culture where all employees are valued, respected and opinions count. We take pride in providing a workplace that fosters continuous professional development, flexible working and opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse environment. Personal data held by the Bank relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website.
Within HSBC in Switzerland all internal candidates from Group and external applicants are required (subject to local laws), to pass satisfactorily a series of additional checks both as part of the application process and, if successfully recruited into the role. The Group reserves its position with regard to any steps which it may take in relation to any material adverse findings which arise either when the checks are first carried out as part of this recruitment exercise, and/or if relevant, on an ongoing basis.
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