Kyle Powers specializes in guiding clients through the intricacies of international tax, combining technical expertise with practical insight to support sustainable growth. As a Senior Technical Tax Manager at VSH CPAs, Kyle helps businesses and individuals navigate cross-border complexities, from foreign-owned operations to U.S. investments abroad, ensuring they are compliant, informed, and well-positioned for success.
Kyle began his career at VSH CPAs as an intern, laying the foundation for what would become over a decade of growth, leadership, and deep technical expertise. From those early days, Kyle built his path at the intersection of client service and complex tax strategy.
He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business with a focus in Professional Accounting from Eastern Washington University and quickly discovered his professional passion in international tax. Over the years, Kyle has developed specialized expertise in U.S. taxation of foreign-owned investments and business operations, outbound investments, M&A strategy, and state and local tax (SALT).
His well-rounded and forward-thinking approach has made him a trusted advisor for clients navigating cross-border expansion, compliance, and exit planning.
Kyle takes a collaborative, solution-oriented approach to client service rooted in clear communication, transparency, and proactive engagement. He believes client success stems from being heard, understood, and supported with tailored strategies that evolve alongside their business goals.
Whether advising on tax implications of cross-border growth or guiding through the tax lifecycle of a merger or exit, Kyle ensures every client relationship is built on trust, empathy, and a genuine investment in long-term success.
Kyle’s work is driven by a desire to help clients overcome complex challenges and realize their global ambitions.
He supports clients through tailored, strategic guidance across international tax issues—including U.S. taxation of foreign-owned investments, outbound operations, M&A planning, and state and local tax—always with a focus on long-term goals and practical solutions.
Kyle, a native of Bayview, Washington, once lived in Kahului, Hawaii, with his wife Vanessa. There he enjoyed the island lifestyle, spending time on the beach and exploring passion projects like investing and home improvement.
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