Senior Cross-Border/US Tax Accountant

Baker Tilly Canada; Victoria; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks’ annual vacation

Private extended medical coverage

RRSP matching

Paid overtime

Job summary

Baker Tilly Canada in Victoria is seeking a Senior Cross-Border/US Tax Accountant. In this full-time, permanent role, you will prepare and review corporate and personal US tax returns while assisting with cross-border tax planning.

The ideal candidate will have a Canadian CPA designation and minimum 2 years’ experience in public accounting. Join us for flexible work options, competitive salary, and excellent benefits including three weeks’ vacation and extensive insurance coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in public practice accounting and tax.
• Minimum of 2 years’ cross-border tax experience.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and review of corporate and personal US tax returns.
• Assisting partners with cross-border tax planning and compliance.
• Preparation and review of Compilation Engagement Reports.
• Preparation and review of T2, T1, T3 tax returns.
• Mentoring junior staff.

Skills

Organization skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Mentoring

Can-do attitude

Education

Canadian CPA designation

US CPA or EA (considered an asset)

Job description

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today—Now, for tomorrow.

At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow.

We are looking for a Senior Cross-Border/US Tax Accountant to join our team—a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference—for our clients, our communities, and one another.

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.

“There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what success means for them.”

Your role:

• Preparation and review of corporate and personal US tax returns
• Assisting partners with cross-border tax planning and compliance
• Preparation and review of Compilation Engagement Reports
• Preparation and review of T2 (corporate), T1 (personal), T3 (trust) tax returns as well as T4/T5 summaries and slips
• Mentoring junior staff
• Other accounting, tax, and administrative duties, as required

What you’ll bring to the table:

• Canadian CPA designation is required
• US CPA or EA considered an asset
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in public practice accounting and tax
• Minimum of 2 years’ cross-border tax experience
• Great organization and communication skills
• Ability to excel in high-pressure working environments
• Can do attitude with the desire and ability to take on new tasks
• The desire to grow your career in a mid-size public accounting firm

What’s in it for you:

• Three weeks’ annual vacation
• Private extended medical coverage
• Group term life insurance, accident insurance, disability insurance, travel insurance
• RRSP matching
• Professional dues reimbursement
• Paid overtime

Where you’ll work:

We are currently hiring for our offices in Uptown, Westshore, or Sidney, BC.

Job type:

Full-time, permanent

Your schedule:

Monday to Friday; Flexible start and end times; 1 work from home day permitted per week.

Salary Range:

$65,000—$90,000

When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you.

#PeopleFirst