Director of Customs & Tariffs joining Aprio's Specialty Tax team for a progressive CPA and advisory firm. Helping clients maximize opportunities in trade compliance and consulting.
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
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
Requirements
CPA, EA required, or JD required
Experience working in a public accounting firm
7+ years of experience in compliance and consulting experience in public accounting or another professional service environment
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Computer expertise including knowledge of tax software and technology
Benefits
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
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