Customs Entry Specialist

JAS Worldwide • Charleston, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Customs Entry Specialist prepares and processes customs entries, reviews entry details, verifies compliance data and calculations, and applies duty policies. The role also ensures additional cargo information is submitted to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) before cargo is brought into the United States. It requires customs classification skills, interaction with importers, and management of post-entry work.

The position is performed entirely in a climate-controlled office under normal office conditions and may require travel in support of its responsibilities, although the amount is unspecified. The work can be fluid and fast-paced. The role has no supervisory responsibilities. Duties may change according to business needs, and additional or different responsibilities may be assigned.

JAS is an international, non-asset-based supply chain services and solutions company offering freight forwarding, logistics, customs brokerage, distribution, brokerage, consulting, and related services. JAS Forwarding (USA), Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Because JAS USA is a federally regulated customs broker, it conducts background checks for felony convictions; absent special circumstances, applicants with a felony conviction will not be hired or may be terminated, unless the required written approval is obtained.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience working in customs entry or processing.
• Familiarity working with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) or other government agencies (OGA).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; the education section also specifies Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Thorough analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work both in a team and independently.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with financial systems such as Cognos or SAP.
• Experience working with CargoWise (C1).
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Process customs clearance and confirm that all necessary data and documents are available.
• Investigate, resolve, and communicate operational or entry issues.
• Review client requirements related to accounting, credit, customs bonds, audit instructions, and billing.
• Work directly with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and other government agencies.
• Review entry details and verify compliance.
• Enter all billing charges into the system.
• Participate in ISO audits and update documentation.
• Perform other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed