Customs Entry Writer

Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development support

Licensing assistance

Metro New York location

Job summary

Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment is seeking a detail-oriented Customs Entry Writer in New York, NY. You will prepare and file import entries with CBP, review shipping documents, classify HTS codes, and ensure regulatory compliance across multiple transport modes.

The role requires 2+ years in a customs brokerage environment, familiarity with ACE/CargoWise, ISF, and PGA filings, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a customs entry writer or in a similar customs brokerage role.
• Strong working knowledge of HTS classification, valuation, and U.S. import regulations.
• Hands-on experience with ACE and a brokerage/forwarding system (CargoWise preferred).
• Familiarity with ISF, Incoterms, and PGA filing requirements.
• Experience with ocean, air, and/or truck imports.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners.
• Customs Broker License (LCB) or progress toward it is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required; relevant experience will be considered

Responsibilities

• Prepare and transmit import entries (consumption, warehouse, in-bond) through ACE.
• Review invoices, packing lists, bills of lading for accuracy.
• Classify merchandise under HTS and verify duties and origin.
• Apply trade programs and duty-saving provisions (FTAs, Section 301/232).
• Ensure PGA filings (FDA/USDA/EPA/CPSC) are met and data filed.
• Submit ISF filings and monitor timelines to avoid penalties.
• Coordinate with CS, operations, and carriers for missing docs.
• Track entry status and respond to CBP notices; assist with corrections.
• Monitor releases/holds and communicate status to teams and clients.
• Maintain CBP-compliant records and stay updated on tariff changes

Skills

HTS classification

CargoWise experience

ACE familiarity

ISF knowledge

Import regulations

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

CargoWise

ACE

Job description

Location & Job Type:

New York, NY | Full-Time

Company Overview

Altius Talent is partnering with an established international freight forwarding and customs brokerage firm supporting importers and exporters across a range of industries. The company is known for its hands-on service, strong compliance culture, and long-standing client relationships.

Position Overview

The Customs Entry Writer will be responsible for preparing and filing accurate import entries with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). This role sits at the center of the brokerage operation, ensuring shipments clear efficiently and in full compliance with trade regulations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and confident handling a high volume of entries across multiple modes of transport.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and transmit import entries (including consumption, warehouse, and in-bond entries) through ACE using CargoWise or comparable brokerage software
• Review commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and other shipping documents for accuracy and completeness
• Classify merchandise under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and verify duty rates, valuation, and country of origin
• Apply appropriate trade programs and duty-saving provisions (e.g., FTAs, Chapter 98, Section 301/232 requirements)
• Identify and comply with Partner Government Agency (PGA) requirements such as FDA, USDA, EPA, and CPSC, and file the required data
• Submit ISF filings and monitor timelines to avoid penalties
• Coordinate with customer service, operations, and carriers to obtain missing documentation and resolve discrepancies
• Track entry status, respond to CBP notices (CF-28/CF-29), and assist with corrections, PSCs, and post-entry amendments
• Monitor releases and holds, communicating exam or delay information to internal teams and clients promptly
• Maintain accurate records in line with CBP recordkeeping requirements
• Stay current on tariff changes, trade regulations, and CBP guidance

Key Skills & Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a customs entry writer or in a similar customs brokerage role
• Strong working knowledge of HTS classification, valuation, and U.S. import regulations
• Hands-on experience with ACE and a brokerage/forwarding system (CargoWise preferred)
• Familiarity with ISF, Incoterms, and PGA filing requirements
• Experience with ocean, air, and/or truck imports
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners
• Customs Broker License (LCB) or progress toward it is a plus
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required; relevant experience will be considered

What's on Offer

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience
• Stable, growing company with a strong reputation in the industry
• Opportunity for professional development and licensing support
• Collaborative team environment in a metro New York location