Customs and Duties Manager

Your Journey at Crowe Starts Here: At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, you’re trusted to deliver results and make an impact. We embrace you for who you are, care for your well‑being, and nurture your career. Everyone has equitable access to opportunities for career growth and leadership. Over our 80‑year history, delivering excellent service through innovation has been a core part of our DNA across our audit, tax, and consulting groups. That’s why we continuously invest in innovative ideas, such as AI‑enabled insights and technology‑powered solutions, to enhance our services. Join us at Crowe and embark on a career where you can help shape the future of our industry. Job Description: Crowe LLP is seeking a Manager in the Customs & Duties team to support and grow our global trade advisory practice. This individual will bring practical experience in customs compliance, tariff mitigation, and trade strategy to deliver high‑value solutions for our clients. The Manager will play a key role in project execution, client engagement, and team development, while contributing to the overall growth of our Trade & Customs practice. Key Responsibilities: Client Engagement & Delivery Manage day‑to‑day client engagements, delivering consulting services on customs compliance, duty mitigation, and cross‑border trade issues Advise clients on Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification, customs valuation, country of origin determinations, and free trade agreement qualification Support clients in identifying opportunities for duty drawback, free trade zone operations, and tariff engineering Prepare, review, and submit documentation in accordance with CBP and international regulatory requirements Practice Development Assist with developing service methodologies, tools, and templates to improve project efficiency and client outcomes Contribute to business development by identifying opportunities, preparing proposals, and supporting client pitches Stay informed of regulatory updates and industry trends, ensuring clients and internal teams remain ahead of changes Team Collaboration Mentor and supervise junior staff, providing technical training and guidance Collaborate with colleagues across tax, supply chain, and consulting to deliver integrated solutions Actively contribute to a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous learning Qualifications: 2‑10 years of professional experience in customs, trade compliance, duty optimization, or related consulting/industry roles Hands‑on experience with HTS classification, duty drawback, free trade programs, and customs compliance processes Strong understanding of U.S. and international trade regulations Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) preferred, or willingness to pursue credential Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret complex trade regulations Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a client‑service mindset Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously Preferred Qualifications: Experience in consulting or professional services firm environment Familiarity with trade technology platforms or customs automation tools Exposure to global supply chain management or cross‑border tax issues Hybrid Work Environment This position operates in a hybrid work environment that balances remote flexibility with regular in‑person collaboration. Our Benefits: Your exceptional people experience starts here. At Crowe, we know that great people are what makes a great firm. We care about our people and offer employees a comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about what working at Crowe can mean for you! How You Can Grow: We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your Career Coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirations. Learn more about where talent can prosper! More about Crowe: Crowe ( is one of the largest public accounting, consulting and technology firms in the United States. Crowe uses its deep industry expertise to provide audit services to public and private entities while also helping clients reach their goals with tax, advisory, risk and performance services. Crowe is recognized by many organizations as one of the country’s best places to work. Crowe serves clients worldwide as an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the largest global accounting networks in the world. The network consists of more than 200 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 130 countries around the world. Crowe LLP 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, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Crowe is not sponsoring for work authorization at this time. The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Crowe, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $102,500.00 - $209,400.00 per year. #J-18808-Ljbffr