Job Summary:
The Customs Entry Writer is responsible for preparing, compiling, and managing all documentation and records required to clear goods through the United States Customs Service (USCS), including negotiating with, retaining, and service as an intermediary between airlines, shipping companies, trucking companies, shippers, consignees, bonded and other warehouses, and the USCS.
Duties & Functions:
- 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 USCS rules and regulations to classify goods and determine applicable duty rates.
- Prepare and file with the USCS 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 USCS 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 the USCS 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 USCS.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
Qualification Standards:
Education & Experience:
- Minimum requirement High School diploma or GED.
- Must have a minimum of three (3) years experience in importing or freight forwarding business.
- Must have basic training in ISO.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Ability to use basic math skills to calculate duties and freight, storage, and other charges.
- Proficient computer knowledge to include Microsoft Applications and to conduct paperless entry of goods through the USCS computer system.
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.