Occupation & salary Switzerland
Buchhalterinnen und Buchhalter verdienen in der Schweiz im Durchschnitt 77'775 CHF brutto pro Jahr. Der Verdienst hängt massgeblich vom Kanton, der Berufserfahrung und der Qualifikation ab. Wer neu in den Beruf einsteigt, kann mit rund 52'000 CHF rechnen. Dieser Artikel zeigt die aktuellen Lohnzahlen für Buchhalterinnen und Buchhalter in der Schweiz im Detail.
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Calculated for the canton of Zurich, age 40, single, no children, no church affiliation. Use the full salary calculator for your personal details.
In many cantons households pay 20-40% more for health insurance than necessary. By comparing, Swiss households save CHF 1'200 per year on average.
Salary data
| By canton | Gross per year | Monthly wage |
|---|---|---|
| ag | 72,959 CHF | 6,080 CHF |
| bl | 69,518 CHF | 5,793 CHF |
| be | 69,693 CHF | 5,808 CHF |
| bs | 76,036 CHF | 6,336 CHF |
| fr | 80,538 CHF | 6,712 CHF |
| ge | 73,269 CHF | 6,106 CHF |
| gl | 87,231 CHF | 7,269 CHF |
| gr | 84,277 CHF | 7,023 CHF |
| lu | 88,731 CHF | 7,394 CHF |
| sg | 83,192 CHF | 6,933 CHF |
| sh | 87,750 CHF | 7,313 CHF |
| so | 82,526 CHF | 6,877 CHF |
| tg | 74,285 CHF | 6,190 CHF |
| ti | 67,688 CHF | 5,641 CHF |
| vd | 77,423 CHF | 6,452 CHF |
| zg | 83,773 CHF | 6,981 CHF |
| zh | 82,999 CHF | 6,917 CHF |
| By qualification | Gross per year | Monthly wage |
|---|---|---|
| No education | 65,000 CHF | 5,417 CHF |
| Continuing education | 72,361 CHF | 6,030 CHF |
| Secondary school | 71,077 CHF | 5,923 CHF |
| Higher secondary school | 72,300 CHF | 6,025 CHF |
| Vocational baccalaureate | 67,978 CHF | 5,665 CHF |
| Apprenticeship | 72,045 CHF | 6,004 CHF |
| University of applied sciences | 90,923 CHF | 7,577 CHF |
| University | 75,768 CHF | 6,314 CHF |
| By gender | Gross per year | Monthly wage | Ø age | Ø work experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 81,644 CHF | 6,804 CHF | 36.6 | 10.0 |
| Female | 73,356 CHF | 6,113 CHF | 40.2 | 13.6 |
The salary of bookkeepers is influenced by several factors. The canton plays an important role, as above-average salaries are paid particularly in central and eastern Switzerland as well as in Neuchâtel, while they tend to be lower in Schwyz and Ticino. Professional experience has a clear effect, as more complex tasks such as financial statements and tax matters are taken on with growing practice. A higher qualification, such as a degree from a university of applied sciences or a federal diploma, generally leads to a noticeable increase in salary. In addition, company size, industry, and area of responsibility, such as responsibility for payroll accounting or tax matters, influence the overall income.
Bookkeepers are responsible in companies of all industries for the ongoing recording and control of business transactions and maintain the accounts in accordance with applicable accounting standards. They usually work in the finance or accounting department, verify receipts, book incoming and outgoing transactions, and prepare monthly and annual financial statements. Depending on the company, they may also take on tasks in payroll accounting, VAT settlement, or the preparation of tax documents. The profession requires accuracy, a good grasp of numbers, and confident use of accounting software.
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