Decisions of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court (CW 41 - 2024)

Overview of the tax rulings of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court published between October 7 - 13, 2024.

Decisions of the Swiss Federal Administrative Court (CW 41- 2024)

Overview of the tax rulings of the Swiss Federal Administrative Court published between October 7 - 13, 2024.

New form for benefits from capital-forming life annuity insurance policies

The FTA has issued a new form for reporting benefits from capital-forming life annuity insurance policies in accordance with the VVG (Form 561). has been issued.

New circular no. 6a: Hidden equity capital

On October 10, 2024, the FTA published the updated circular no. 6a regarding "Hidden equity".

AEOI information exchange with 108 countries

The Federal Tax Administration (FTA) has exchanged information on financial accounts with 108 countries. The exchange took place within the framework of the global standard for the automatic exchange of information (AEOI).

Federal Council rejects financing the AHV through financial market transaction taxes

At its meeting on October 9, 2024, the Federal Council adopted a postulate report on financing the AHV through a financial market transaction tax.

Taxes under the cost-plus method - FTA publishes statement on the ruling of the Federal Supreme Court 9C_37/2023

In its ruling 9C_37/2023 of June 11, 2024 (see our article), the Federal Supreme Court addressed, among other things, the question of whether or not the tax expense should be taken into account in the cost base when applying the cost-plus method in the context of Art. 58 para. 3 DBG.

FTA publishes withholding tax rates 2025

The Federal Tax Administration (FTA) published the 2025 withholding tax rates on October 8, 2024.

Decisions of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court (CW 40 - 2024)

Overview of the tax rulings of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court published between September 30 and October 6, 2024.

Decisions of the Swiss Federal Administrative Court (CW 40- 2024)

Overview of the tax rulings of the Swiss Federal Administrative Court published between September 30 and October 6, 2024.

FTA publishes two drafts on the VAT practice adjustment

On October 1, 2024, the FTA published two initial drafts on VAT practice (VAT revision) on its website.

Decisions of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court (CW 39 - 2024)

Overview of the tax rulings of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court published between September 23 - 29, 2024.

Decisions of the Swiss Federal Administrative Court (CW 39- 2024)

Overview of the tax rulings of the Swiss Federal Administrative Court published between September 23 - 29, 2024.

FTA publishes new version of VAT Sector Info 19 Public authorities

On September 23, 2024, the FTA published the new version of the VAT Sector Info 19 Municipalities.

FTA updates the dossier "Wealth tax of natural persons"

The "Current taxes" dossier was updated on September 25, 2024.

Decisions of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court (CW 38 - 2024)

Overview of the tax rulings of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court published between September 16 - 22, 2024.

Decisions of the Swiss Federal Administrative Court (CW 38- 2024)

Overview of the tax rulings of the Swiss Federal Administrative Court published between September 16 - 22, 2024.

FTA publishes new refund and default interest rates for federal taxes from 2025

On September 19, 2024, the Federal Tax Administration (FTA) published the new refund and default interest rates for federal taxes from 2025.

FTA publishes draft for VAT practice adjustment: Healthcare

On September 19, 2024, the FTA published an initial draft of the VAT practice on its website.

FTA - Notification withholding tax: Declaration of reserves from capital contributions

On September 18, 2024, the FTA clarified the administrative practice in accordance with item 9 of circular no. 29c on the capital contribution principle dated December 23, 2023 regarding the declaration of reserves from capital contributions.

FTA publishes notice of receipt for FATCA agreement

On September 18, 2024, the Federal Tax Administration (FTA) published FATCA group requests pursuant to Art. 12 para. 1 FATCA Act and final rulings pursuant to Art. 5 para. 3 lit. b FATCA Agreement.

Decisions of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court (CW 37 - 2024)

Overview of the tax rulings of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court published between September 9 - 15, 2024.

Decisions of the Swiss Federal Administrative Court (CW 37- 2024)

Overview of the tax rulings of the Swiss Federal Administrative Court published between September 9 - 15, 2024.

Updated overview of tax relief for various countries

On September 11, 2024, the State Secretariat for International Financial Matters (SIF) updated the overviews of the effects of various agreements (extent of relief).

Decisions of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court (CW 36 - 2024)

Overview of the tax rulings of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court published between September 2 - 8, 2024.

Decisions of the Swiss Federal Administrative Court (CW 35/36 - 2024)

Overview of the tax rulings of the Swiss Federal Administrative Court published between August 26 and September 8, 2024.

Maximum pillar 3a deductions in tax year 2025

The tax deduction for tied pension provision (pillar 3a) has been adjusted for the 2025 tax year.

FTA publishes three drafts on the VAT practice adjustment

On September 2, 2024, the FTA published three initial drafts on VAT practice on its website.

FTA - Amendment to the ordinance on the level of net tax rates by sector and activity as of 1.1.2025

On January 1, 2025, the amendment to the FTA Ordinance on the level of net tax rates will come into force. The review of the net tax rates to be carried out every seven years has resulted in a tax rate adjustment for around 15 percent of industries and activities.

International supplementary tax IIR to come into force in 2025

At its meeting on September 4, 2024, the Federal Council decided to bring the Income Inclusion Rule (IIR) into force on January 1, 2025. In addition to the QDMTT, which was already introduced on January 1, 2024, this rule is intended to ensure that tax revenue remains in Switzerland.

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Wenger Plattner - Tax experts or in training to become a tax expert (m/f/d, 80-100 %)

Wenger Plattner - Tax experts or in training to become a tax expert (m/f/d, 80-100 %)

Wenger Plattner - Tax experts or in training to become a tax expert (m/f/d, 80-100 %)

We are a law firm run as a partnership with around 100 employees at our offices in Basel, Küsnacht-Zurich and Bern. To strengthen our team in Küsnacht-Zurich, we are looking for a tax expert or a tax expert in training (m/f/d, 80-100 %) with immediate effect or by arrangement.

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Gfeller + Partner AG - Certified tax expert (f/m/d)

Gfeller + Partner AG - Certified tax expert (f/m/d)

Gfeller + Partner AG - Certified tax expert (f/m/d)

We are a medium-sized, client-oriented auditing and (tax) consulting firm with offices in Langenthal and Bern. We are looking for a motivated and ambitious person to join our team in Bern or Langenthal as a qualified tax expert (m/f/d) with immediate effect or by arrangement.

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Cantonal Tax Office Zurich - Tax Commissioner Inheritance and Gift Tax 80-100 %

Cantonal Tax Office Zurich - Tax Commissioner Inheritance and Gift Tax 80-100 %

Cantonal Tax Office Zurich - Tax Commissioner Inheritance and Gift Tax 80-100 %

Around 750 employees work at the Canton of Zurich Tax Office. In accordance with its legal mandate, the Tax Office manages the enforcement of tax laws and ensures correct and consistent tax assessments and uniform tax collection. The Tax Office of the Canton of Zurich assesses and collects all taxes that are not assigned to another authority. The Estates Department is responsible in particular for the assessment of inheritance and gift tax as well as the assessment of ordinary taxes in connection with deaths. You can specialize further in tax law and count on a competent network to answer any questions you may have. We are looking for the right person to join our team with immediate effect or by arrangement.

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Niederer Kraft Frey AG - Experienced tax expert (m/f/d), Zurich

Niederer Kraft Frey AG - Experienced tax expert (m/f/d), Zurich

Niederer Kraft Frey AG - Experienced tax expert (m/f/d), Zurich

The strength of our law firm is the people who work for us. We are an internationally oriented law firm with over 230 employees in Zurich and Geneva.

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Probst Partner AG - Certified tax expert / Certified tax expert (60-100%)

Probst Partner AG - Certified tax expert / Certified tax expert (60-100%)

Probst Partner AG - Certified tax expert / Certified tax expert (60-100%)

Probst Partner AG is an internationally active law firm based in Winterthur. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a qualified tax expert (60-100%) with immediate effect or by arrangement.

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Baker McKenzie Switzerland AG - Senior Tax Advisor (m/f/d, 80-100%)

Baker McKenzie Switzerland AG - Senior Tax Advisor (m/f/d, 80-100%)

Baker McKenzie Switzerland AG - Senior Tax Advisor (m/f/d, 80-100%)

Are you interested in challenging international or national tax cases? Are you a tax expert and would like to gain an insight into the day-to-day work of a global law firm? Then don't hesitate for long. For the further expansion of our tax law practice in Zurich, we are looking for an excellently trained and innovative colleague (m/f/d, 80-100%) to join us in advising our clients in Switzerland and around the world and to work on cross-border projects with colleagues.

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Projectos seminar - advance care directive, will and marriage and inheritance contract | October 24, 2024

Projectos seminar - advance care directive, will and marriage and inheritance contract | October 24, 2024

Projectos seminar - advance care directive, will and marriage and inheritance contract | October 24, 2024

The aim of this seminar is to understand the content and significance of advance directives, living wills, wills and marriage/inheritance contracts and to identify any need for action. Examples will be used to illustrate in a practical way what the consequences are if such directives are missing or if they are misleading.

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ISIS) - Withholding tax practice and outlook on current developments | October 21, 2024

ISIS) - Withholding tax practice and outlook on current developments | October 21, 2024

ISIS) - Withholding tax practice and outlook on current developments | October 21, 2024

This seminar deals with the current practice of withholding tax. Existing knowledge will be refreshed and deepened through practical case studies.

Main topics:

  • Tax collection, in particular audits by the FTA
  • International tax refund
  • Reporting procedure
  • Criminal law
  • Focus on procedural law

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fisca - Continuing education in tax practice

fisca - Continuing education in tax practice

fisca - Continuing education in tax practice

fisca has been offering practical training in the field of tax law and related specialist areas such as pensions, accounting and law since 2013.

The central concern in knowledge transfer is consistent practical relevance, a high degree of topicality and the use of competent speakers from administration, teaching and consulting.

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SwissAccounting - Annual financial statement planning 2024/2025

SwissAccounting - Annual financial statement planning 2024/2025

SwissAccounting - Annual financial statement planning 2024/2025

Our seminars cover the latest and most important topics and are taught in a practical way by top speakers. All seminars (except Bern) take place in hybrid form. This means that you can decide for yourself whether you would like to take part on site or online via Zoom.

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