Manager, Cross-Border TaxLocation:Hybrid from Vancouver or Langley, BC
Salary Range:$105,000 - $120,000
Smythe LLP isseekingan experienced and collaborative
Manager, Cross-Border Taxto join our growing Cross-Border Tax Group. This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional who enjoys working directly with clients, solving complex tax matters, mentoring team members, and contributing to a high-performing and people-focused practice.
This role is based in our Vancouver or Langley office, with the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment following the completion of the probationary period.
The OpportunityAs a Manager, Cross-Border Tax, you will work closely with clients and Partners to deliver Canada-U.S. tax planning, advisory, and compliance services to high-net-worth individuals and private clients with cross-border tax considerations.
This opportunity is ideal for a motivated tax professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to advance their career within a growing and collaborative practice.
In this role, you will:- Manage cross-border tax planning, advisory, and compliance engagements for high-net-worth individuals with Canada-U.S. tax considerations
- Review tax returns, working papers, correspondence, and technical analyses prepared by junior team members, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable Canadian and U.S. tax rules.
- Research and analyze complex tax matters, including U.S. expatriation, U.S. estate and gift tax planning, Canadian departure tax planning, and private company tax planning
- Collaborate with clients and Partners to provide practical,timely, and strategic tax advice
- Manage multiple client engagements, deadlines, and competing priorities
- Build strong client relationships by translating complex tax concepts into clear, actionable recommendations
- Coaches andmentors'junior staff through regular feedback, practical training, and guidance on managing client files, deadlines, and competing priorities.
What You Bring- Minimum 5 years of public practice tax experience, including Canada-U.S. cross-border planning and compliance
- CPA designation (Canadian or U.S.)
- Completion of, or progress toward, the CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Program or a Master of Taxation is considered an asset
- Strong technical knowledge of Canada-U.S. cross-border tax matters, including the Canada-U.S. Tax Treaty, foreign reporting requirements, and planning considerations for individuals and private clients
- Demonstrates a strong clientservice mindset, with the ability to build trusted relationships,anticipateclient needs, and deliver practical,timelyadvice.
- Clear and professional communication skills, including the ability to explain complex tax matters in a practical and accessible way to clients, team members, and external advisors
- A demonstrated ability to coach and support junior team members through clear review notes, constructive feedback, technical guidance, and thoughtful delegation
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in afast-pacedprofessional services environment
- A proactive, collaborative, and client-focused approach, with a commitment to high-quality work, continuous improvement, and contributing toa strong teamculture
Additional Requirements- Ability to work from our Vancouver or Langley office, with a hybrid schedule available following probation (2 days in-office, 3 days remote)
- Availability to workadditionalhours during peak periods, including March, April, and October
- Commitment tomaintaininga consistent work schedule to support client and team needs
What We Offer- Competitive salaryrange$105,000 - $120,000
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Clear opportunities for career growth and advancement
