Global Customs & Trade Advisory Consultant

Baker Tilly•Madison, WI

2d•$65,560 - $124,300

About The Position

The Consultant will support our Global Trade Advisory practice by executing trade compliance audits, conducting data‑driven analyses, and supporting a wide range of customs compliance projects. This role is ideal for someone detail‑oriented, analytically strong, and eager to develop expertise in import operations, tariff application, and compliance risk management. You will help ensure clients meet regulatory requirements, maintain documentation, and strengthen their overall compliance skills.

Requirements

Foundational understanding of Customs Entry , HTS classification concepts, and tariff application.
Strong Excel proficiency (pivot tables, V/H-lookups, Power Query, data reconciliation).
High attention to detail and accuracy under deadlines.
Strong analytical skills and willingness to question anomalies.
Excellent organizational skills, especially documentation and audit trails.
Ability to manage large datasets and identify inconsistencies.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to import compliance, customs brokerage, ACE reporting, or trade operations.
Understanding of valuation fundamentals (ad valorem, assists, royalties).
Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, international trade, economics, or related field.
CCS or LCB

Responsibilities

Conduct customs compliance audits , including reviews of entries, documents, and data integrity.
Validate CBP Form 7501 , commercial invoices, packing lists, and bills of lading for compliance accuracy.
Extract, reconcile, and analyze data from ACE reports.
Identify potential compliance gaps including valuation, FTAs, HTS classification, ADD/CVD, and PGA information.
Support HTS classification exercises and project work for clients.
Prepare complete, defensible audit documentation.
Conduct variance analysis between declared values, dutiable values, and supporting documentation.
Assist in drafting preliminary findings, issue logs, and risk summaries for client deliverables.
Maintain version control, audit trails, and documentation structure that meets regulatory expectations.
Support project teams on compliance assessments, internal control reviews, and process improvement initiatives.