Customs Entry Writer Job at CareerArc in New York

About Brink's:

The Brink's Company (NYSE:BCO) is a leading global provider of cash and valuables management, digital retail solutions, and ATM managed services. Our customers include financial institutions, retailers, government agencies, mints, jewelers, and other commercial operations. Our network of operations in 52 countries serves customers in more than 100 countries.

Brink's has been a trusted partner in securing commerce for more than 165 years. Together, every Brink's Team Member is committed to providing the highest levels of service and support to our customers. We take pride in our work, and we share a passion about our future. Learn why so many people have made the choice to join our team – and stay here.

We believe that our team should be reflective of the customers we serve every day around the world. We believe in building partnerships that secure commerce and doing that requires fostering an inclusive culture that values people with diverse backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives. We build a sense of belonging, so all employees feel respected, safe, and valued, and we provide equal opportunity to participate and grow.

Job Description

Brink's Global Services is a division of Brink's Inc, the world's premier provider of secure logistics and security solutions in more than 122 countries across 5 continents. Brink's Global Services specializes in the secure transportation and handling of valuable goods throughout the logistic value chain, from raw materials and components to finished products within the mining, banknote, precious metals, jewelry, security, art and pharmaceutical industries. The company has a proud history of providing growth and advancement opportunities for its employees. We have a challenging opportunity for a Customs Entry Specialist to work out of our JFK Airport location in Springfield Gardens NY.

Starting Rate: $23-$26

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Job Summary:
The Customs Entry Specialist is responsible for serving as the company's liaison for the internal Brink's Brokerage Company, the internal import and export departments, customers, and US Customs. This position administers, compiles, validates, and processes documentation related to importing and exporting shipments to/from the U.S and working through the customs clearance process for BGS customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare customs entries and follow-up with the clearance process on all entries prepared.
• Scan, file, copy, and assemble documents.
• Calculate duties or tariffs to be paid on merchandise.
• Communicate and follow up with documentation discrepancies to client and supervisor.
• Review rates, trace product movement, file entries with Customs; provide clarification and valuation of merchandise.
• Prepare all documents including: bills of lading, dock receipts, licenses, and consulate documents.
• Process post-entry work including ruling requests, CF 28's, refunds, protests, and drawbacks.
• Process quota entries.
• Review and assess accuracy, verify country of origin/export, IOR, terms of sale and value to ensure that federal regulation requirements are achieved.
• Establish and maintain client relationships.
• Stay up-to-date on all customs changes.
• Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 years of experience working in the freight forwarding industry performing customs clearance work or similar work supporting the customs clearance process.
• Minimum of 2 years experience working with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and other industry-specific software.
• Be at least 21 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the freight or secured transportation business.
• Experience providing customer service to external and internal customers in an import/export department.
• Experience troubleshooting unexpected issues.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Brokerage certification.

Professional Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong multi-cultural understanding.
• Ability to initiate activities independently, learn and achieve results.
• Investigative and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical skills.

If you have the background and integrity we require and are looking for a challenging opportunity, we hope you will consider employment with Brink's U.S. We provide a competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. In addition, we offer a 401(k) plan with company match. If you are interested and meet the requirements for this position, please apply.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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