Manager - Cross Border Tax

Smythe LLP; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Clear opportunities for career growth

Job summary

Smythe LLP is looking for a Manager, Cross-Border Tax to join their Vancouver or Langley office in a hybrid capacity. The successful candidate will manage cross-border tax planning, advisory, and compliance services for high-net-worth individuals while mentoring junior staff.

This role demands a CPA and at least 5 years of experience in public practice tax, with a strong understanding of Canada-U.S. tax matters. The position offers a competitive salary range of $105,000 - $120,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of public practice tax experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of Canada-U.S. cross-border tax matters.
• Ability to coach and support junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage cross-border tax planning and compliance engagements.
• Review tax returns and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
• Research complex tax matters and provide strategic advice.

Skills

Canada-U.S. cross-border planning

Client-service mindset

Strong analytical abilities

Clear communication skills

Coaching and mentoring

Education

CPA designation

Completion of CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Program or Master of Taxation

Job description

Description

Manager, Cross-Border Tax

Location: Hybrid from Vancouver or Langley, BC. Salary Range: $105,000 - $120,000

Ready to grow your cross-border tax career with a firm that values expertise, collaboration, and long-term development?

Smythe LLP is seeking an experienced and collaborative Manager, Cross-Border Tax to join our growing Cross-Boarder 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 Opportunity

As 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 and mentors 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 client-service mindset, with the ability to build trusted relationships, anticipate client needs, and deliver practical, timely advice.
• 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 a fast-paced professional services environment
• A proactive, collaborative, and client-focused approach, with a commitment to high-quality work, continuous improvement, and contributing to a strong team culture

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 work additional hours during peak periods, including March, April, and October
• Commitment to maintaining a consistent work schedule to support client and team needs

What We Offer

• Competitive salary range $105,000 - $120,000
• Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities
• Hybrid work environment
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Clear opportunities for career growth and advancement