Customs Assistant

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Job Description:

Job Summary
This position demonstrates advanced knowledge of entry writing. He/She classifies according to the Harmonized Tariff Schedules (HTS), participates in government agencies clearances (PGA), Code of Regulations, and Customs regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares customs entries and forwards freight to designated locations including interface with international and domestic carriers, overseas offices, and importers.
• Prepares customs entries and follows-up with the clearance process on all entries prepared.
• Communicates documentation discrepancies to client and supervisor.
• Coordinates freight delivery to designated locations.
• Resolves finance and accounting reconciliation exchange issues.
• Scans entries into the imaging system meeting allotted and sensitive time requirements.
• Prepares reports/presentations and analysis using various software packages and databases.
• Follows up on documentation discrepancy issues which requires the ability to troubleshoot and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with customers and foreign origins.
• Establishes and maintains client relationships.
• Requires a weekend work schedule on a department rotation basis and holiday schedule based on the needs of the operation and account requirements.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED, or International equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years' experience working for a Customs Broker
• Basic knowledge of customs operations, laws and regulations, and other government departments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Customers Broker License - Preferred
• Accurate and rapid data entry
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Employee Type:
 

Permanent

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