Entry Writer

Imperative Logistics Group•JFK Airport, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Customs Entry Writer is responsible for filing entries with US Customs and other government agencies as well as interacting with importers, government agencies, truckers and warehouses via email and telephone. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Clearing goods through customs, working with other government agencies such as FDA, USDA etc. Classifying goods according to tariff coding system. Preparing and processing import documentation according to customs regulations, laws, or procedures. Arrange for payment of taxes and duties on shipments. Bill customers Sign documents on behalf of clients, using powers of attorney. Monitor or trace the location of goods. Assist clients in obtaining bonds and other necessary documentation. Arrange for transportation or warehousing of imported products. Q UALIFICATIONS AND E DUCATION R EQUIREMENTS 1 plus years of experience in processing Customs entries in ACE. Understanding of PGA requirements. Professional communication skills, both verbal and written. Proven understanding of the Customs entry process requirements and flow. Customer focused can-do attitude. Ability to follow standard operating procedures specific to a client. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The position is in an indoor, office environment, requires the ability to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors verbally and in writing, sit for periods of time, operate typical office equipment which requires seeing and the use of a keyboard. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. WHAT WE OFFER Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance 401k + matching contribution HSA + matching contribution Paid Time Off Life Insurance Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance ...and more! Imperative Logistics Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Requirements

1 plus years of experience in processing Customs entries in ACE
Understanding of PGA requirements
Professional communication skills, both verbal and written
Proven understanding of the Customs entry process requirements and flow
Customer focused can-do attitude
Ability to follow standard operating procedures specific to a client

Responsibilities

Clearing goods through customs
Working with other government agencies such as FDA, USDA etc.
Classifying goods according to tariff coding system
Preparing and processing import documentation according to customs regulations, laws, or procedures
Arrange for payment of taxes and duties on shipments
Bill customers
Sign documents on behalf of clients, using powers of attorney
Monitor or trace the location of goods
Assist clients in obtaining bonds and other necessary documentation
Arrange for transportation or warehousing of imported products