Steven Flynn, CPA, CA, CPA (Washington)

Partner

Steven Flynn is a Managing Director and Partner based in our Vancouver office.

Steven is a cross-border tax advisor with a career spanning both public accounting and industry, including roles at EY and AECOM Canada. He focuses on tax issues related to cross-border investments between Canada and the U.S., working with individuals, U.S. citizens residing in Canada, and businesses navigating bi-national tax landscapes.

Steven brings practical insight into U.S. business expansion into Canada, cross-border real estate and business investment, and complex ownership and residency structures. His work simplifies treaty interpretation and tax compliance to support long-term tax efficiency.

Steven’s work includes:

Canadian investment in U.S. businesses and real estate
Cross-border ownership strategies
U.S. citizen residency in Canada
U.S. business expansion in Canada

Steven’s key strengths:

Structuring cross-border investments and ownership strategies for individuals and businesses
Advising U.S. citizens in Canada on residency and tax implications
Utilizing foreign tax credits and currency exchange strategies to minimize tax liability
Supporting corporate liquidations and treaty-based tax claims
Navigating IRS penalties and CRA assessments with practical resolution strategies

Education

University of Saskatchewan, Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (with distinction)
CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Course
Golden Gate University, MS (U.S. Taxation) (with honors)

Affiliations

Chartered Professional Accountants of BC
Washington Society of Certified Public Accountants
Canadian Tax Foundation