Customs Entry Writer ll

JOB SUMMARY

The Customs Entry Writer is responsible for preparing, compiling and managing all documentation and records required to clear goods through the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), including negotiating with, retaining and service as an intermediary between airlines, shipping companies, trucking companies, shippers, consignees, bonded and other warehouses and the CBP.

Duties & Functions

Essential:

• Make U.S. Customs entries under U.S. Customs law for customers under the supervision of the Customs House Broker.
• Ensure that entries are in compliance with U.S. Customs law under the supervision of the Customs House Broker.
• Ensure that all documents required by U.S. Customs regulations are correct and complete to include customer compliance under the supervision of the designated Customs House Brokers.
• Utilize experience and knowledge of CBP rules and regulations to classify goods and determine applicable duty rates.
• Prepare and file with the CBP all documentation required for goods to clear customs and enter the U.S.
• Thorough knowledge of all entry types including but not limited to - Formal, Informal, Warehouse Entry/Withdrawal, Carnets, TIB, IT, IE, T&E, etc.
• Examine shipment documents to ensure accuracy of reporting requirements to CBP including but not limited to Entered Value, Country of Origin, Terms of Sale, SLAC count, etc.
• Maintain up to date knowledge, including any needed continuing education of the regulations and procedures of CBP for the classification and entry of goods.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of all regulations and procedures of the Food and Drug Administration, Department of Transportation and other state and federal agencies regarding the importation and transportation of goods, including hazardous materials, food and live animals.
• Maintain and update customer/importers profiles.
• Perform customer service duties with correspondence to customs and overseas partners, emails fax, etc.
• Process ACH Statement payment to CBP.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

Education & Experience:

• Minimum requirement High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum requirement of 5 plus years’ experience in customs entry writing, customs brokerage, or a related field within logistics or freight forwarding business.
• Accurately calculate costs for international shipments including duties and freight, storage, tariffs and other charges.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and ability to conduct paperless entry of goods through the CBP computer system.
• Knowledge of relevant ISO standards.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Physical requirements:

• Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, frequently and/or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Enough near vision to read and write information accurately.