Direktor*in Finanzverwaltung — Stadt Zürich
- Location
- Zürich
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
- 34 days ago
Full description
The Financial Department of the City of Zurich operates as a cross-sectional organization, the finance, human resources management, IT, real estate, taxes and housing promotion departments. It thus plays a key role in shaping the future of the city of Zurich as an attractive location for living, working and business. For the Financial Administration department, we are looking for a successor as a result of the health-related resignation of the director as of spring 2027.
Tasks
- Management of the service department and its professional, business and digital development.
- Overall responsibility for the central financial and steering tasks of the city (financial and task planning, budget, annual accounts, financial controlling).
- Ensure sustainable and forward-looking financial planning.
- Development of strategic decision-making bases for city council, municipal council and other political bodies as well as participation in shaping urban financial policy.
- Management of the management and directly subordinated employees as well as responsibility as an employee for around 50 employees.
Profile
- Completed university studies (UNI/ETH) in business or economics, supplemented by further training in leadership and management, public finances and digitalization
- Comprehensive financial and strategic competence and strong analytical and conceptual skills
- Several years of proven leadership experience and the ability to develop an organization strategically and future-oriented
- Sound understanding of political processes, experience working with political authorities
- Convincing communication, negotiation and representation skills as well as a secure appearance
We offer
- challenging and exciting leadership task in a dynamic and diverse environment
- An appreciative working atmosphere
- Diverse training opportunities
- very good employment conditions (social benefits)
- Workplace in the center of Zurich (near Stauffacher) with the opportunity to work in the home office
About us
The variety of tasks of the city administration is unique and extends into all aspects of life (education, health, environment, housing, culture, transport and much more). In addition to advising and supporting all areas of responsibility of the city on financial topics, we create the financial planning, the overall city budget and the group accounting. We are also responsible for payment transactions, participation management, procurement and risk and insurance management.
Questions about this listing
What salary does Stadt Zürich offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Zürich is CHF 189'000 - 331'500 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Stadt Zürich. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Stadt Zürich offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Stadt Zürich during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Stadt Zürich?
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