Waterloo - People Advisory Services - Mobility - Expatriate Tax - Senior Tax Staff

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The opportunity

As organizations continue to move talent across borders, managing the tax implications of a globally mobile workforce has never been more complex—or more critical. EY’s People Advisory Services, PAS Mobility practice supports multinational employers and internationally mobile individuals with tailored Canadian and US tax compliance and advisory solutions that enable mobility strategies and business success.

As a Senior Tax Staff within our Mobility - Expatriate Tax - team, you will play an important role in delivering cross‑border tax services for globally mobile employees, executives, and their employers. You will work on increasingly complex files, apply technical judgment across jurisdictions, and collaborate with experienced professionals in a supportive, team‑based environment. This role offers meaningful technical development, growing client exposure, and a clear pathway toward more senior roles within Mobility.

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

Your key responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex Canadian and US personal income tax returns for internationally mobile employees, including inbound and outbound assignees
• Identify appropriate Canadian and US tax filing positions, assessing risk and technical implications
• Advise clients on the tax implications of cross‑border employment, compensation, and mobility arrangements
• Research tax technical matters and apply conclusions to compliance and advisory deliverables
• Support mobility advisory engagements, including planning considerations and global coordination initiatives
• Review work prepared by junior team members and provide constructive feedback
• Utilize EY technology and standardized tools to improve efficiency and quality
• Contribute to national learning initiatives through technical content development or training delivery

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong interest in global mobility and cross‑border personal taxation
• Ability to analyze complex tax issues and exercise sound professional judgment
• Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Curious, adaptable mindset in a technology‑enabled environment
• Commitment to teamwork and delivering high‑quality client service
• Foreign language skills, particularly Spanish, Japanese and Mandarin, are not required but are valued.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Relevant experience in Canadian and or US personal taxation, ideally with exposure to expatriate or mobility‑related matters
• Strong working knowledge of tax compliance systems and applicable legislation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Progress toward a CPA or Enrolled Agent designation

What we offer you

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you to decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a discretionary bonus program, a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skill sets.

• Waterloo: $62,000 to $93,500

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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