Customs and Compliance Officer and Supervisor

1UP Cargo; Toronto; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Extended health benefits

Career development

Job summary

1UP Cargo in Toronto, ON is seeking an experienced Customs and Compliance Officer & Supervisor to lead a fast-paced team and manage Canadian customs entries in compliance with CBSA regulations.

The role requires 7+ years of progressive customs experience, CCS certification or CBSA license, and advanced CargoWise knowledge. You will onboard NRIs, coordinate with clients, carriers, and government agencies, and drive process improvements while ensuring accuracy and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience preparing, reviewing, and submitting Canadian customs entries.
• Valid CCS designation or CBSA Customs License with a minimum of 3 years post-certification experience.
• Advanced knowledge of CargoWise (WiseTech Global).
• Experience onboarding Non-Resident Importers (NRI) including BN registration and CARM portal setup.
• Strong knowledge of CBSA regulations, tariff classification, HS codes, and customs compliance.
• Supervisory or team-lead experience in customs brokerage or compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and submit Canadian customs entries and import declarations on time.
• Process and monitor daily customs entries, CCFs, and related documents.
• Ensure compliance with CBSA regulations and client requirements.
• Classify goods using HS codes and calculate duties, GST/HST, and taxes.
• Prepare CBSA adjustments, corrections, drawback claims, and refunds.
• Onboard NRIs, including BN registration and CARM portal setup.
• Review shipping and commercial docs for accuracy.
• Coordinate with clients, carriers, government agencies, and internal teams.
• Maintain shipment records and documentation in CargoWise; monitor clearance status.
• Stay current with CBSA regulations and industry best practices; drive process improvements.

Skills

Customs compliance

Team leadership

CBSA regulations

CargoWise proficiency

NRI onboarding

HS code classification

Tariff & tax calculations

Education

CCS certification or CBSA license

Tools

CargoWise

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Customs and Compliance Officer & Supervisor to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, reviewing, processing, and monitoring Canadian customs entries while ensuring full compliance with Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) regulations. This role requires advanced customs brokerage expertise, exceptional attention to detail, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to manage multiple import shipments in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will also provide supervision and guidance to customs team members, ensuring high levels of accuracy, compliance, and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, review, and submit Canadian customs entries and import declarations accurately and within required timelines.
• Process and monitor daily customs entries, Customs Coding Forms (CCFs), and all related import documentation.
• Ensure compliance with CBSA regulations, customs legislation, and client-specific requirements.
• Classify goods using the Canadian Customs Tariff and Harmonized System (HS) codes.
• Calculate applicable duties, GST/HST, and other import taxes.
• Prepare and submit CBSA adjustments, corrections, drawback claims, and refund requests.
• Onboard Non-Resident Importers (NRIs), including Business Number (BN) registration and CARM portal setup.
• Review shipping and commercial documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Coordinate with clients, carriers, government agencies, and internal operations teams to resolve customs-related issues.
• Maintain accurate shipment records and customs documentation within CargoWise.
• Monitor shipment status and proactively address customs clearance delays.
• Stay current with CBSA regulations, customs legislation, and industry best practices.
• Support continuous process improvements to ensure efficient customs operations.
• Supervise and support customs team members, providing guidance, training, and quality assurance.
• Review customs entries completed by team members to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Review, calculate SIMA on applicable goods.
• Apply for Drawbacks, corrections and Adjustments when necessary.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new customs personnel.
• Support management in maintaining service standards and operational efficiency
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience preparing, reviewing, and submitting Canadian customs entries and import declarations in accordance with CBSA regulations.
• Valid Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) designation or passed the CBSA Customs License Exam with a minimum of 3 years' post-certification experience is a MUST.
• Strong knowledge of CBSA regulations, tariff classification, HS code classification, and customs compliance requirements.
• Experience onboarding Non-Resident Importers (NRI), including Business Number (BN) registration and CARM portal setup.
• Advanced working knowledge of CargoWise (WiseTech Global) is required.
• Ability to process and monitor daily customs entries accurately and within required timelines, including Customs Coding Forms (CCFs) and related import documentation.
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian Customs Tariff, duty rates, GST/HST, and tax calculations.
• Experience preparing and submitting CBSA adjustments, corrections, drawback claims, and refund requests.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience within a customs brokerage or customs compliance environment.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with clients, carriers, government agencies, and internal teams.
• Additional language skills are considered an asset (e.g. French or Mandarin).
• Experience working within a customs brokerage, freight forwarding, or logistics environment.
• Knowledge of air, ocean, and ground import processes.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Extended Health Benefits.
• 100% remote work environment.
• Opportunity to work with an experienced international logistics team.
• Professional growth and career development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work culture.