Have questions about our fiduciary services, corporate structuring, or financial advisory in Switzerland?
Our FAQ section provides answers to the most common questions regarding our services, processes, and how we support our clients’ financial and operational needs.
A fiduciary firm provides services such as accounting, tax compliance, payroll administration, financial reporting, and corporate advisory. At Financial Keepers, we support businesses and individuals with financial management, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial guidance in Switzerland.
We work with a wide range of clients, including:
Swiss SMEs (AG/SA and GmbH/Sàrl)
Foreign companies establishing a presence in Switzerland
NGOs, associations, and foundations
Commodity trading companies and financial structures
Entrepreneurs and self-employed professionals
Private clients, including expatriates and high-net-worth individuals
No. While our office is located in Geneva, we support clients across Switzerland and internationally. Many of our services are delivered through secure digital platforms.
Our fiduciary services include:
Bookkeeping and financial accounting
Preparation of annual financial statements
VAT compliance and reporting
Payroll administration and HR support
Financial reporting and management dashboards
CFO advisory and financial performance monitoring
The cost of accounting services in Switzerland depends on the size of the company, the transaction volume, payroll complexity, and reporting requirements. At Financial Keepers, we offer transparent and tailored solutions adapted to startups, SMEs, international companies, and more complex structures.
Yes. We provide payroll services in Switzerland, including salary calculations, payslip preparation, social contribution administration, and payroll compliance. We also support companies with HR administration and employee-related reporting.
Yes. We use modern cloud-based accounting platforms, including Bexio, Wyzio, and Abacus, allowing our clients to access real-time financial data and collaborate efficiently with our team.
Yes. We help companies implement structured financial reporting, management dashboards, and performance monitoring tools to improve decision-making and transparency.
Yes. Foreign entrepreneurs can open a company in Switzerland, subject to the applicable legal and administrative requirements. Financial Keepers supports international founders with company incorporation, structuring, compliance, and operational setup in Switzerland, including:
Creation of SA/AG or Sàrl/GmbH entities
Registration with the Swiss commercial register
VAT registration
Accounting and tax setup
A Swiss SA/AG is generally used for larger businesses or companies seeking greater flexibility in shareholding and investment, while a Sàrl/GmbH is often preferred by SMEs and entrepreneurs looking for a simpler corporate structure. We help clients choose the most appropriate legal form based on their business model, governance needs, and growth plans.
Yes. We regularly assist international companies establishing subsidiaries, branches, or representative offices in Switzerland, particularly in Geneva.
Yes. Our team advises on corporate structuring, governance frameworks, and fiduciary administration, ensuring compliance with Swiss legal and regulatory requirements.
Yes. We assist companies and individuals with Swiss tax compliance and advisory, including corporate tax, VAT, and tax optimization strategies.
We continuously monitor developments in:
Swiss corporate law (CO/OR)
Swiss tax law (LIFD, LHID, VAT)
Swiss employment law (CBA, LET)
Accounting standards (Swiss GAAP FER, IFRS)
This ensures our clients remain fully compliant with Swiss regulations.
In Switzerland, a company may waive the appointment of an auditor through an opting-out if all shareholders agree and the company has fewer than 10 full-time employees on annual average. In this case, the company is not required to appoint a statutory auditor.
If these conditions are not met, the company is generally subject to a limited audit. An ordinary audit becomes mandatory if the company exceeds, for two consecutive financial years, two of the following thresholds: CHF 20 million balance sheet total, CHF 40 million annual turnover, or 250 employees.
In Switzerland, the audit requirement depends on the size and economic importance of the company. The Swiss Code of Obligations distinguishes between three situations: opting-out, limited audit, and ordinary audit.
Opting-out (no auditor)
Small companies may waive the appointment of an auditor if all shareholders agree and the company has fewer than 10 full-time employees on average. In this case, the company is not required to appoint a statutory auditor.
Limited audit (standard audit for SMEs)
If a company does not qualify for an opting-out, it is generally subject to a limited audit. This is a simplified review of the annual financial statements performed by an auditor, focusing on plausibility checks and key transactions rather than a full audit of internal controls.
Ordinary audit (full statutory audit)
A company must undergo an ordinary audit if, for two consecutive financial years, it exceeds two of the following thresholds:
CHF 20 million balance sheet total
CHF 40 million annual turnover
250 full-time employees on average
This audit is more comprehensive and includes detailed testing and evaluation of the company’s internal control systems.
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