Senior Customs Entry Writer

Job Description

Job Description

Entry Filing & Compliance Execution

• Prepare and transmit varies type of import entries (primarily Type 01/03/06, plus other assigned entry types) and shipments (ocean, air, rail, and truck).
• Review and coordinate import documentation (commercial invoices, bills of lading, packing lists, certificates of origin, and PGA requirements)
• Ensure accurate HTS, duty calculation, valuation, origin, MID/party data, and document sufficiency
• Apply tariff programs correctly (e.g., Section 301/232/IEEPA) and identify when escalation is required.

FDA / PGA Expertise (Required)

• Ability to process FDA entries from intake to release: confirm correct PGA message sets, product codes/affirmations (as applicable), intended use, and supporting documents.
• Troubleshoot FDA and PGA rejects, holds, and documentation requests; coordinate with importers and internal teams to resolve issues quickly. Responsibilities include handling FDA destructions, re‑labeling, sampling, and follow‑up on importer lab testing

Holds, Exams, and Issue Resolution

• Lead responses to CBP document/cargo holds, exams, and requests (e.g., CF28/CF29 support as assigned).
• Proactively manage timelines and communicate requirements and risk to clients/internal stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years U.S. import entry writing experience in a customs brokerage environment.
• Strong knowledge of CBP entry fundamentals (clearance procedure, classification basics, valuation/origin, documentation, compliance controls).
• Strong FDA filing experience (hands-on transmitting and troubleshooting).
• Demonstrated ability to research and implement tariff and regulatory updates into daily operations. We also utilize software tools that support and streamline the research process.
• Proficiency with the ABI system (NetCHB preferred). We operate in a fully paperless environment, so candidates must be comfortable working with Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer-service mindset
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• 60 WPM
• As an E‑Verify employer, we are required to verify the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.

Preferred Qualifications

• In-bond filing experience and/or FTZ (214/06/weekly entry).
• AD/CVD awareness (ability to flag risk and escalate scope questions appropriately).
• Shipment refusal (re-exportation or destruction)
• Interpret new tariff announcements and operational guidance (e.g., CSMS, official notices).

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off, including 11 observed holidays and 4 personal days
• Retirement Plan
• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

• Hybrid schedule: Remote on Mondays and Fridays; in-office Tuesday through Thursday.