Senior Tax Analyst

Job summary

The Senior Tax Analyst will prepare and review complex U.S. and Canadian personal income tax returns for high-net-worth individuals. They will also conduct technical tax research, manage client relationships, and supervise junior staff members.

Job details

Senior Tax Analyst – Cross-Border/US Tax About Smythe Smythe LLP is a leading independent accounting firm based in Vancouver, with additional offices in Langley and Nanaimo. We provide audit, assurance, taxation, and business advisory services to private and public companies across a wide range of industries, including technology, real estate, professional services, not-for-profit, and more. As a proud member of Allinial Global, we bring international reach to our personalized client service approach, all while fostering a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and professional growth. The Opportunity We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Tax Analyst to join our Cross-Border/US Tax Group in our Vancouver office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a tax professional with at least 3+ years of experience in public practice and a keen interest in U.S. and Canadian cross-border taxation. You'll work in a dynamic and supportive team, developing your technical and advisory skills while serving a diverse range of clients. What You’ll Be Doing As a Senior Tax Analyst, you will: * Prepare and review complex U.S. and Canadian personal income tax returns for high-net-worth individuals with cross-border tax obligations * Conduct detailed technical research and analysis on U.S., Canadian, and treaty-based tax issues (e.g., residency determinations, treaty tie-breaker rules, sourcing rules, FTC optimization) * Identify and assess client-specific tax planning opportunities and exposures; proactively escalate to managers/partners as appropriate * Liaise directly with clients, and internal engagement teams * Act as primary point of contact for assigned client files, managing communications, information requests, and project timelines * Supervise and mentor junior staff, providing coaching, feedback, and technical support * Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing (e.g., prepare technical briefs, update templates, lead training sessions) * Support continuous improvement efforts (e.g., process documentation, automation tools, template refinement) What You Bring * Canadian or US CPA designation (or in final stages of completion) or US Enrolled Agent * Minimum 3–4 years of experience in public practice, with exposure to U.S. and/or cross-border tax * Strong technical knowledge of tax principles, with an eagerness to grow cross-border expertise * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Confidence in managing client relationships and working in a team-based environment * Attention to detail and strong organizational skills Why Smythe? At Smythe, we value professional growth, flexibility, and community. Here’s what we offer: * Career development: Direct access to senior leaders, mentorship, and ongoing training * CPA & continuing education support * Flexible hybrid work options and generous paid time off * Wellness-focused culture: Employee-led wellness and social committees * Modern offices & tools: Ergonomic sit-stand desks, downtown location, and collaboration tech * Social connection: Firm-wide events, community involvement, and volunteer opportunities

What you’ll do

The Senior Tax Analyst will prepare and review complex U.S. and Canadian personal income tax returns for high-net-worth individuals. They will also conduct technical tax research, manage client relationships, and supervise junior staff members.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Canadian or US CPA designation (or be in final stages) or be a US Enrolled Agent. A minimum of 3–4 years of experience in public practice with exposure to U.S. or cross-border tax is required.

Benefits

• Career development
• Mentorship
• Ongoing training
• CPA support
• Continuing education support
• Flexible hybrid work options
• Paid time off
• Wellness-focused culture
• Social committees
• Ergonomic sit-stand desks
• Collaboration tech
• Firm-wide events
• Community involvement
• Volunteer opportunities

Listed skills

• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Cross-border taxation
• US tax
• Canadian tax
• Tax research
• Personal income tax
• High-net-worth individuals
• Treaty-based tax
• Client relationship management
• Mentoring
• Technical writing
• Project management
• Tax planning
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting
• Management & Leadership

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