Tax and accounting resources – Geneva & French-speaking Switzerland

Based in Geneva and active throughout French-speaking Switzerland, our teams also support clients in Switzerland and internationally. Below you will find a selection of practical documents and articles adapted to the Geneva, Romandy and federal regulatory context. These resources are provided for your convenience and do not constitute personalized advice. For a targeted analysis of your situation, contact our team.

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Digitalisation of accounting in 2025: new obligations, challenges, and solutions for SMEs in Geneva

From 2025, all Geneva SMEs must digitize their accounting to comply with new tax and administrative obligations. This practical guide details the new requirements, risks of non-compliance, and offers concrete solutions for a successful transition.

By Ark Fiduciaire

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LPP 2025: Reforms, New Obligations, and Practical Impacts for Businesses and Self-Employed in Geneva

Discover all the LPP (occupational pension) changes coming into effect in 2025: thresholds, coordinated salaries, contribution management, financial impact, and compliance for SMEs, the self-employed, and employers in Geneva. A practical guide, examples, steps, and tips to adapt safely.

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Business Acquisition in Geneva in 2025: Strategic Advice, Key Steps and Caution Points for SMEs and Independant Professionals

A practical guide for leaders and entrepreneurs in French-speaking Switzerland considering purchasing a business: tax, financial, legal and organizational aspects, with practical advice for a successful acquisition.

By Ark Fiduciaire

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Outsourcing Accounting in Geneva for SMEs in 2025: Benefits, Key Steps, and Tips for a Successful Transition

Discover how outsourcing accounting can transform the financial management of SMEs in Geneva: tangible benefits, process, tailored solutions, common pitfalls to avoid, and practical advice based on the latest developments and official sources.

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VAT Compliance Audit in Geneva for SMEs: Key Points, Common Risks and Process in 2025

Discover how to prepare for and successfully pass a VAT compliance audit in French-speaking Switzerland: essential steps, common errors to avoid and concrete solutions for Geneva SMEs.

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Administrative outsourcing for SMEs in Geneva: practical solutions and benefits in 2025

Discover how administrative outsourcing optimizes costs, reduces risks, and frees up time for SME leaders in Geneva. Key legal points and real-life examples, with practical advice and safeguards to implement.

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BEPS 2.0: What impacts and new tax obligations for SMEs in Switzerland from 2025?

Discover how the international tax reform BEPS 2.0 is changing the taxation landscape for SMEs in Switzerland, the obligations to anticipate from 2025, and concrete solutions for a smooth adaptation.

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Minutes of General Meeting: obligations, drafting and best practices in Switzerland (2025)

Discover the legal requirements, practical advice, and templates to efficiently draft the minutes of a general meeting (GM minutes) in Switzerland, whether you are an SME, SA, Sàrl, or self-employed. Complete guide including 2025 updates, common mistakes to avoid, and official references.

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Company domiciliation in Geneva: registered office, options and costs (2025)

What a Geneva domiciliation includes (registered office address, mail handling, attestation), who it suits, how to choose and indicative pricing.

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Company formation in Switzerland: legal forms, steps and costs (2025)

Practical guide to create a company in Switzerland (GmbH/Sàrl, AG/SA, sole proprietorship): Commercial Register, VAT, banking, timelines and indicative costs.

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Managing a SA or Sàrl in Geneva in 2025: legal obligations, responsibilities, and best practices for directors

A concrete and updated overview of the legal, tax, and operational responsibilities of SA and Sàrl directors in Geneva in 2025. Key watchpoints, practical advice, and solutions to avoid litigation and sanctions.

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Payroll outsourcing in Geneva in 2025: benefits, security and concrete steps for SMEs

Find out why and how to outsource payroll management in Geneva: the challenges, tangible benefits for SMEs, payroll data security, and practical steps for a successful transition.

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Odoo 18: key payroll and accounting updates for SMEs in Geneva in 2025

Analysis of new Odoo 18 features useful for accounting management, payroll, and Swissdec 5.0 integration. Focus on the specific needs of SMEs and freelancers based in Geneva.

By Ark Fiduciaire

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Swissdec 5.0 in Geneva: comprehensive guide to new payroll obligations 2025

The switch to Swissdec 5.0 becomes essential for all Geneva-based companies from 2025. What are the real implications, which migration strategy to choose, what pitfalls to avoid? The essentials for SMEs and freelancers.

By Ark Fiduciaire

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Swissdec 5.0 and new payroll/salary rules in Geneva for 2025: what SMEs and self-employed need to know

Overview of salary changes in Geneva in 2025, including swissdec 5.0, new scales, LPP/LAA/AC contributions, and best practices for SMEs.

By Ark Fiduciaire

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Odoo 18: what's new in payroll and accounting 2025 for SMEs and freelancers in Geneva

Discover how Odoo 18 is revolutionizing payroll and accounting management in 2025: Swissdec 5.0 compliance, LPP/LAA/AC and VAT rates, best practices for Geneva.

By Ark Fiduciaire

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LPP 2025 in Geneva: salary developments and obligations for employers and self-employed

Summary of the LPP 2025 novelties applicable in Geneva and French-speaking Switzerland: coordination, thresholds, contributions, rates and practical implications for employers and self-employed, with perspective on Swissdec 5 payroll and social charges calculation.

By Ark Fiduciaire

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LPP contributions 2025 in Geneva: changes, calculations, and impacts for SMEs and employees

Summary of new LPP thresholds, rates, and rules applicable from 2025 in Geneva. Practical guide for employers and employees on payroll, tax, and pension implications. Optimization tips for SMEs, self-employed, and cross-border workers.

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Odoo 18: what's new for SME accounting in Geneva and French-speaking Switzerland

A comprehensive overview (automation, Swissdec, bank synchronization, mobility) of new features in Odoo version 18, tailored to the needs of Swiss companies, with a special focus on Geneva and French-speaking Switzerland. Ideal for executives, finance departments, HR managers, fiduciaries and CFOs seeking to optimize their digital environment.

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VAT 2025-2026: how SMEs and sole traders in Geneva can anticipate the reform

Calmly prepare for the 2025 VAT revision in Switzerland with this practical guide for Geneva businesses and their 2026 obligations: key points, tools, timeline and concrete solutions.

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Odoo 18: what’s new in accounting and management for Swiss SMEs in 2025

A concrete and detailed overview of what’s new in Odoo 18, 2025 edition, for accounting and financial management of SMEs and self-employed in French-speaking Switzerland: consolidation, analytic budgets, multi-companies, mobility, advantages and pitfalls to avoid.

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Cross-border telework 2025: payroll duties in Geneva

Update on payroll and tax obligations for cross-border employees working from home in 2025, plus immediate actions for Geneva payroll leads.

By Ark Fiduciaire

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Geneva tax reform 2025: what are the impacts for taxpayers and SMEs?

Concrete analysis of the 2025 tax reform in Geneva: lower rates, new rules for instalments, real estate taxation, and first practical tips to optimise your position in 2025–2026.

By Ark Fiduciaire

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Optimizing your taxes in Geneva in 2025: measures and advice for SMEs and self-employed

What are the major tax changes in Geneva for 2025? How to optimize your situation and anticipate the 2026 tax return? A detailed overview for SMEs, self-employed and entrepreneurs, with practical advice and key trends.

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Corporate tax in Geneva: strategic optimizations in the face of declining revenues and 2026 updates

A practical overview of tax optimization strategies for companies and freelancers in Geneva in light of downwardly revised tax forecasts, the 2025 VAT changes, and year-end challenges. Special Q4 preparation and 2026 anticipation.

By Ark Fiduciaire

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How to anticipate the 2026 tax reforms for your company in Geneva?

Practical and up-to-date memo for executives and financial managers: critical points, pitfalls to avoid, and levers for optimized taxation in Geneva for 2025–2026.

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Payroll and employers in Geneva: what's new for 2025 (cross-border workers, remote work, taxation, new thresholds and practical rules)

Summary of 2025 changes for payroll management in Geneva and French-speaking Switzerland: new AVS-LPP thresholds, family allowances, updates on electric vehicle reimbursement, cross-border remote work, up-to-date tax and social security obligations per the latest recommendations. This practical guide helps employers and the self-employed ensure compliance and anticipate administrative and financial impacts for Q4 2025 and 2026.

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Corporate tax optimisation in Geneva: anticipating the 2025 reforms and preparing for 2026

Concrete analysis of tax optimisation strategies for SMEs in Geneva in the context of the 2025 tax reforms: updated rates, VAT planning, managing dividends and deductions, asset valuation. Practical advice for directors, CFOs, self-employed, and accountants for Q4 2025 and early 2026.

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Anticipating VAT in Geneva at the end of 2025: how to prepare for 2026?

Practical guide for SMEs and freelancers in Geneva: anticipate adjustments to declarations, accounting, and VAT audits with regulatory and digital developments at the end of 2025 and the start of 2026.

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Practical impacts of the 2025 VAT reform for SMEs in Geneva: compliance, pitfalls, and opportunities

Concrete analysis of the new 2025 VAT obligations for SMEs in Geneva (tools update, payroll/accounting training), compliance checklist, Geneva-specific points of caution, and tax optimization opportunities to seize as of the second half of 2025. Action-oriented article accessible to managers and administrative officers.

By Ark Fiduciaire

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VAT reform 2025: what changes for SMEs in Geneva and how to adapt

A practical guide on the 2025 VAT reform for SME managers in Geneva: new obligations, practical measures to implement from autumn 2025, pitfalls to avoid, and tips to optimize tax processes in anticipation of 2026.

By Ark Fiduciaire

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Historic tax cut in Geneva in 2025: what you need to know

Detailed analysis of the 8.7% average tax reduction voted in Geneva, its impacts on taxpayers, and the new monthly payment methods.

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Cryptocurrency taxation in Switzerland: a complete guide for 2025

Everything you need to know about cryptocurrency taxation for individuals and businesses: FINMA classification, accounting, tax returns, and VAT obligations.

By Ark Fiduciaire

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Annual VAT settlement in Switzerland: key points for 2025

A summary of the main rules and points to note for the annual VAT settlement in 2025.

By Sébastien Gallié

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Frequently asked questions – tax & accounting in Geneva and Romandy

Why adapt bookkeeping to Geneva and Romandy specifics?+
Cantonal specifics (tax rates, filing obligations, deadlines) influence chart structure, tax planning and compliance scheduling. Aligning with Geneva and Romandy reduces risk and improves lawful optimisation.
What differs between federal and cantonal obligations?+
Federal law sets core principles (Code of Obligations, VAT, social security) while cantons define scales, processes and certain deductions. Multi‑level monitoring is required to stay compliant and anticipate changes.
When should payroll be outsourced in Geneva?+
When internal processing time becomes disproportionate, complexity increases (multi‑activity, cross‑border staff) or recurring compliance errors appear. Outsourcing improves reliability, security and traceability.

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