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Switzerland’s finance and accounting landscape is evolving and with it, new opportunities are emerging. As businesses navigate a complex economic environment, there is a strong demand for professionals who can support transformation, ensure compliance, and enable smarter, data-driven decisions.

Organisations are actively seeking talent with the expertise to modernise financial systems, implement emerging technologies, and enhance operational efficiency. While competition for qualified professionals remains high, this momentum is driving innovation, career development, and forward-looking investment in financial functions.

Now is the time to embrace the opportunity, whether to build stronger teams, take on new responsibilities, or shape the future of finance through strategic and digital expertise.

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Accounting Clerk

76000

90750

110000

Accounts Payable/ Receivable

75000

91000

101500

General Ledger Accountant

100000

111000

126500

Accounting Manager

117750

129000

142250

25th percentile

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than basic instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

Value to the organisation goes beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable unique contributions; ready for advancement

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Digital fluency meets financial mastery

With 41% of Swiss businesses planning to grow their finance teams, the focus is shifting toward professionals who can do more than crunch numbers. Those who pair deep financial expertise with digital agility are increasingly seen as key to driving smarter decisions, ensuring compliance, and unlocking long-term value.

Accounting

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

Payroll

Controlling

National Accounting Standards / Law

Tax Knowledge

Generative AI Solutions Use

Financial Modelling

AI skills and experience drive premium pay in finance

74% of finance and accounting leaders in Switzerland are prepared to offer higher salaries to professionals who bring not only years of experience but also future-focused capabilities.

Agentic AI Use

Financial Analysis

Tax Knowledge

Generative AI Solutions Use

Generative AI for Reporting

Excel (advanced)

Financial Modelling

AI-Driven Financial Tools and Automation

Hybrid working is still the preferred setup for most finance professionals. However, a considerable share of employees would consider a full-time office return if the financial incentives are compelling enough. In a sector where security, oversight and structured collaboration matter, employers may need to rethink compensation strategies to support evolving workplace models, especially when trying to secure top talent in highly skilled or regulated roles.

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of finance and accounting professionals say they’d be willing to work fully in-office if offered a higher salary. of finance and accounting professionals say they’d be willing to work fully in-office if offered a higher salary.

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of those say they’d want a salary of up to 5-10% to work in-office of those say they’d want a salary of up to 5-10% to work in-office

Top certifications, industries, jobs

Specialist certificate in Finance ACS

MAS Master of Accounting

MBA

CAS

Certified Public Accountant Swiss (CPA)

Banking & Financial Services

Luxury Goods Industry

Medical Device

Energy

Manufacturing / Industrial Sector

Accountant

Controller

Head of Accounting

General Ledger Accountant

CFO

Compliance Associate

FP&A Specialist

Accounting Assistant (AR / AP)

Controller

Project Manager

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The salary benchmarks listed in the Salary Guide from Robert Half are the result of a multistep process so that our projections accurately reflect the marketplace. They are based on actual compensation for professionals Robert Half has matched with employers across the country.

Non-salary data referenced in this Salary Guide is based on an online survey developed by Robert Half and conducted by an independent research firm. During June 2025 Robert Half commissioned research amongst 750 respondents using an online data collection methodology. The respondents represent 250 hiring managers from the employer side and 500 workers in finance and accounting, IT and technology as well as in administrative and customer support. Respondents are drawn from a sample of SMEs to large private, publicly listed, and public sector organizations across Switzerland.