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Accountant Salary in Switzerland

Accountants prepare and analyze financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The Switzerland median is $122,329 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$122,329
per year
Monthly (national)
$10,256
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$122,329
Zürich, ZH
Hourly (national)
$58.82
varies by city

Accountant salary by city in Switzerland

CityPer year
Zürich, ZH$122,329
Geneva, GE$122,329
Basel, BS$122,329
Lausanne, VD$122,329
Bern, BE$122,329
Winterthur, ZH$122,329

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a accountant make in Switzerland?
The national median accountant salary in Switzerland is about CHF 99'000 per year (CHF 8'300 per month). Across 6 cities, pay ranges from about CHF 99'000 to CHF 99'000.
Which Switzerland city pays accountants the most?
Zürich, ZH pays the most at about CHF 99'000 per year.
Which Switzerland city pays accountants the least?
Among cities we cover, Winterthur, ZH is on the lower end at about CHF 99'000 per year for a accountant.
What is the typical salary range for a accountant in Switzerland?
Across Switzerland cities we cover, accountant pay commonly spans from about CHF 67'800 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about CHF 137'100 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Switzerland cities have accountant salary data?
Pay by Role publishes accountant pay for 6 cities in Switzerland, all shown in CHF.
Is accountant in demand in Switzerland?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +4% over the next decade. Related finance & business roles on Pay by Role include Financial Analyst, Marketing Manager, Project Manager.