Tax Staff - Indirect Tax - Global Trade Operations

EY • Hartford, DC

1d • $62,600 - $103,400 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of our Global Trade team, you will play a pivotal role in establishing global trade strategies that align with business objectives, leveraging trade laws to optimize supply chain operations and drive cost savings, all while ensuring compliance with global regulatory requirements. You will be responsible for determining correct customs valuation, managing transfer pricing and customs valuation policies, and overseeing remediation processes and corrective filings with customs and other authorities. Key responsibilities include providing export and import classifications, soliciting Free Trade Agreements, screening transactions for sanctioned parties, and identifying governmental agency requirements for global trade.
As a Staff, you will use your experience and technical knowledge to bring value to clients and manage risks related to global trade matters. You will be a member of our Global Trade Managed Services team that assists our clients to move their freight both effectively and compliantly around the globe.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Relations or a related trade operations management field
• Approximately 2 or more years of related work experience in a Fortune 500 company or a major importer or exporter or a professional services firm
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
• High-level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• An analytical mindset with meticulous attention to detail and robust critical thinking capabilities.
• A collaborative spirit and a dedication to contributing positively to team dynamics.
• Excellent organizational skills, strong motivation, and a positive attitude
• Proficiency in a technology-enabled environment
• Willingness to travel as needed, and working in a balanced hybrid environment
• Duty drawback
• Global trade control design
• Trade sanction design
• Global trade function and strategy
• Data analysis and interpretation
• Building and managing relationships
• Client trust and value
• Complex problem-solving
• Critical thinking
• Driving outcomes
• Learning agility

Nice To Haves

• A Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) or Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) certification
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced setting
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Process, document, and oversee FTA documentation requests with precision and efficiency
• Accurately classify products in accordance with the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS)
• Foster proactive and strategic communication with suppliers, clients, and third-party service providers to ensure the seamless exchange of critical FTA documentation and classification information
• Perform meticulous reviews of trade documentation to guarantee adherence to Customs Regulations, creating comprehensive audit trails that articulate the methodology and reasoning for classification outcomes
• Provide steadfast support for daily FTA and classification inquiries, adeptly navigating and resolving import-related complexities
• Develop, analyze, and interpret key performance indicators (KPIs), assemble detailed quarterly business review reports, and manage ad hoc data inquiries to drive informed business decisions.
• Proactively identify and advocate for process enhancements and operational efficiencies.
• Researching customs and international trade issues
• Advising clients on customs compliance issues and potential duty savings strategies
• A proven understanding of customs compliance regulations and best practices

Responsibilities

• Contributing to the delivery of processes, solutions, and projects by researching and presenting relevant information to inform recommendations
• Delivering own work and meeting targets that impact immediate team
• Supporting client service, quality, risk management, and business growth
• Defining and executing deliverables
• Engaging with project teams and clients
• Actively participating in client working sessions
• Executing Harmonized System (HS) Classification Projects
• Driving Free Trade Agreement (FTA) qualification and solicitation initiatives
• Conducting rigorous audits of customs brokers and third-party providers to uphold the highest standards of trade compliance
• Researching customs and international trade issues
• Performing customs compliance work for our clients

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business.
• The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $62,600 to $103,400.
• The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $75,100 to $117,500.
• Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography.
• In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances.
• You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees