Customs Entry Writer (Full Time)

Cavalier Logistics; Union City (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cavalier Logistics is looking for a full-time Customs Entry Writer based in Union City, Georgia. The role requires processing customs documents and providing excellent service to clients. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in customs entry, strong communication skills, and be detail-oriented. Benefits include competitive compensation and health insurance. A high school diploma or GED is required. This position involves significant interaction with customers and government agencies.

Qualifications

• 2 years of customs entry writing or related experience required.
• Proficiency in U.S. Customs regulations and documentation.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service while processing customs documents.
• Perform audit reviews of brokerage files.
• Maintain customs compliance documentation.
• Organize delivery and invoicing of import services.
• Correspond daily with agents and customers.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of files.

Skills

Knowledge of INCO terms

Geography knowledge

Ability to meet deadlines

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Strong PC skills

Multitasking ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Cavalier Logistics is seeking a full-time Customs Entry Writer to join our import team. The Customs Entry Writer is responsible for processing documentation required by U.S. Customs and Border Protection for entry of goods into the U.S. on behalf of importers. Industry experience is required, and compensation will depend upon that experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide impeccable customer service.
• Perform audit reviews on all assigned brokerage files and payments to customs.
• Maintain and keep current all customs compliance documentation.
• Process documents through the Company's ABI system, obtaining customs release and other government agency releases as appropriate. Arrange both delivery and invoicing of the import account for services rendered.
• Review and monitor all customs rejections, requests for information for clients and any other government agency, and other correspondence.
• Maintain mandatory daily correspondence with overseas and domestic agents, as well as airlines, steamship lines, and co-loaders.
• Work closely with other departments to deliver a high level of service to customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Report all issues to customers and management affecting clearance and delivery in a timely manner in writing or verbally.
• Report freight discrepancies to management.
• Ensure that all files contain all necessary document copies.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Required Skills

• Basic knowledge of INCO terms, the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, customs regulations, and partner government agency requirements.
• Solid knowledge of domestic and international geography including countries, major cities, and ocean ports along with basic knowledge of U.S. regulatory laws.
• Ability to work with demanding deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Must be detail‑oriented, thorough, and accurate. Must have proven analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to establish priorities and accomplish multiple tasks; must be organized.
• Strong PC skills including fast, accurate typing skills.
• Work effectively via phone, fax, and e‑mail. Good planning and organization skills; ability to multitask and be a self‑starter.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Education

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.

Previous Experience

• 2 years of experience required.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive compensation – depends on experience.
• Health insurance.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k).
• Employee Assistance Program.

If you enjoy a fast paced environment, are a self‑starter, have great organizational skills and are a team player — apply for this great position today. No phone calls please.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.