What are the responsibilities and job description for the Customs Entry Writer - Air Imports position at Altius Talent?
About the role
An international airfreight forwarder is hiring a Customs Entry Writer for its New York office, focused on fast-moving air imports.
What you'll do
- Prepare and file customs entries through ABI, mainly for air shipments
- Classify goods under the HTSUS and calculate duties and tariffs, including Section 301
- Handle PGA filings and respond to CBP holds and requests
- Work with the air import team to clear freight quickly on arrival
- Keep records accurate and compliant
What you'll bring
- 2 years writing customs entries, ideally air
- HTS classification and ABI experience
- Comfortable with high volume and same-day turnaround
- A second language and/or a Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) license is a plus
What's on offer
- Competitive salary, depending on experience
- Full benefits package
- A busy, growing team
This is a full-time, on-site role in New York. Applications are managed by Altius Talent, freight forwarding specialists. All applications are treated in confidence.
Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the US?
- Which freight forwarder, NVOCC or customs broker do you work for now, and what is your expected base salary?
Experience:
- customs entry writing (ABI): 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Jamaica, NY 11434 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $70,000