Sandra Smith

Overview

Sandra Smith is a Principal in Ryan’s Sales and Use Tax practice and based in the Firm’s Mississauga office. She advises clients on federal and provincial commodity tax matters across Canada, helping organizations interpret and apply indirect tax legislation accurately to reduce risk and recover overpaid taxes. Sandra partners closely with clients to deliver practical, compliant solutions that support stronger tax outcomes and operational confidence.

With extensive experience across advisory, consulting, and corporate finance roles, Sandra brings a well-rounded, business-focused perspective to indirect tax engagements. Her background includes senior leadership positions within Ryan, national tax recovery firms, and industry, providing her with deep insight into both the technical and operational dimensions of sales and use tax. Sandra is known for her client-centered approach, disciplined execution, and commitment to ensuring organizations pay only what is required under Canada’s indirect tax regimes.

Education & Qualifications

Bachelor of Business Management, Accounting and Finance, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University)

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Licensed in Ontario

Experience & Achievements

Principal, Sales and Use Tax, Ryan, Mississauga office

• Advises clients on Canadian federal and provincial sales and commodity tax matters

• Supports tax recovery, compliance, and risk mitigation initiatives

Director, Sales Tax Advisory Services, Ryan, Mississauga office

Senior Manager, Ryan, Mississauga office

Manager, Ryan, Mississauga office

Director, Advanced Sales Tax Advisory Services, national tax recovery services firm

Senior Manager, Client Services, national tax recovery services firm

Financial Consultant, national finance consulting firm

Manager, ERP Conversion Support, national retailer

Corporate Controller, national food services company

Manager, Treasury Operations, national food processing and distribution company

Senior Internal Auditor, national food processing and distribution company

Internal Auditor, national information company

Senior Staff Accountant, international public accounting firm