Senior Consultant - People Advisory Services Tax - Payroll | Senior Consultant - People Advisory Services Tax - Payroll (Zurich)

EY

Zürich, ZH, Switzerland
Published Nov 12, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

Join EY's unique Tax Payroll team as a Senior Consultant, focusing on People Advisory Services in Zurich. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of globally positioned clients by advising on complex tax and payroll issues, optimizing their business and legal structures. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing payroll accounting, handling personnel administration for national and international clients, and ensuring seamless communication with clients, tax authorities, and social security partners. You will also coordinate closely with near-shore and off-shore teams to ensure timely completion of monthly payroll tasks. The ideal candidate possesses a strong analytical mind, significant prior experience in wage processing, and an excellent command of English. This position is suitable for motivated professionals, including returnees, looking to gain in-depth insight into diverse industries while contributing to client acquisition and networking efforts.

Required Skills

Education

Recognized diploma or certificate in payroll, social security specialist, or social security expert qualification

Experience

  • First significant professional experience in in-wage processing and payroll accounting
  • Professional experience supporting national and international clients in payroll and personnel administration
  • Experience supporting client acquisition and professional networking activities

Languages

German (Intermediate)English (Fluent)French (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Strong analytical ability and rigor; Entrepreneurial thinking and confident demeanor; Willingness to invest in the team long-term; Position is available as a part-time role.