Director, Tariffs & Customs

Director, Customs & Tariffs

Join Aprio's Enterprise Tax team and help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Director, Customs & Tariffs to join their dynamic team.

Position Responsibilities:

• Help multinational companies manage U.S. trade compliance requirements, identify duty-saving opportunities, and realize efficiencies in their global supply chain.
• Designing/expanding Firm's trade consulting services related to tariff classifications, country of origin, valuation, anti-dumping/countervailing ("AD/CVD") duties, Section 301/232 tariffs, free trade agreements, forced labor, "Partner Government Agency" matters, Intellectual Property Rights violations, and export controls laws and regulations (EAR, OFAC, and FTR).
• Preparing/filing administrative documents with government agencies such as U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Commerce, and U.S. Department of State, including Protests, Prior Disclosures, Voluntary Self Disclosures, Ruling Requests, Petitions for Relief, and letters related to reliquidation, Reconciliation, and transfer pricing adjustments.
• Monitoring and advising stakeholders on legal trends, developing areas of the trade law, and related issues that may impact Firm's operations and/or services.
• Helping Firm's any business development initiatives.
• Lead business development efforts, including identifying opportunities, developing client relationships, preparing proposals, and expanding the Firm's customs and trade consulting practice.
• Lead and develop project teams, including delegating responsibilities, supervising team members, and reviewing work products to ensure high-quality and timely delivery.
• Scope, plan, and manage end-to-end customs projects, including establishing project objectives, deliverables, timelines, staffing requirements, and budgets; coordinating execution; and communicating results to clients and stakeholders.
• Experience with Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism ("CTPAT") and duty drawback matters is a plus.
• Develop and implement customs and tariff strategies and policies that are compliant with local and international regulations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in customs and tariff laws and regulations.
• Develop and implement processes to ensure accurate and timely customs and tariff filings.
• Manage relationships with customs authorities and third-party service providers.
• Provide guidance and support to other departments on customs and tariff-related matters.
• Monitor and analyze customs and tariff data to identify cost savings and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.

Qualifications:

• CPA, EA required, or JD required
• Licensed Customs Broker required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, International Business, Supply Chain, Economics, Law, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in customs, tariffs, international trade, or global trade compliance. Deep knowledge of:
• CBP regulations
• HTS classification
• Customs valuation
• Country of origin requirements
• Duty drawback
• AD/CVD regulations
• Section 301/232 tariffs
• Free Trade Agreements
• Export controls and sanctions
• Proven client-facing consulting experience.
• Demonstrated business development and practice growth success.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation abilities.

$130,000 - $305,500 a year The salary range for this opportunity is stated above. As such, an actual salary may fall closer to one or the other end of the range, and in certain circumstances, may wind up being outside of the listed salary range.

Why work for Aprio:

Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.

Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• 401k with Profit Sharing
• 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
• Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
• Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
• Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
• Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
• Top rated wellness program
• Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

What's in it for you:

• Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what's next.
• An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.
• A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.
• Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.
• Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
• Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.