Miami Customs Entry Specialist: Compliance & Clearances

Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment is seeking a detail-oriented Customs Entry Writer to join our Miami, FL team on-site. You will process daily U.S. customs entries, ensure CBP compliance, and manage PGA clearances as part of a busy logistics brokerage.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in entry writing, strong HTS classification skills, and hands-on experience with ABI/ACE transmission, CargoWise or Magaya. Fluent English is required; Spanish is a plus in South Florida.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of active entry writing experience within a U.S. Customs Brokerage or 3PL freight forwarder.
• Deep understanding of CBP regulations, 19 CFR guidelines, PGA requirements (specifically FDA), and import compliance protocols.
• Hands-on experience with customs brokerage software modules (CargoWise or Magaya strongly preferred) and direct ACE/ABI transmission.
• High analytical ability, strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Professional fluency in English; bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are a strong plus in the South Florida market.
• High School Diploma or GED; CCS or active LCB status is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and transmit formal (7501) and informal customs entries, ISF / 10+2, and remote location filings (RLF) accurately and in a timely manner.
• Review HTS codes, duty rates, and Section 301 tariffs.
• Coordinate and manage clearances with PGA/OGAs, including FDA, USDA, EPA, DOT, and FCC.
• Monitor shipment release status, liaise with CBP officers, ports, and CFS stations to resolve holds, exams, or documentation discrepancies.
• Calculate and verify applicable duties, taxes, and fees; process client invoices and manage duty billing according to company standards.
• Act as a key contact for importers, overseas agents, and freight forwarders regarding shipment status, compliance requirements, and clearance delays.

Skills

HTS classification

ABI/ACE transmission

Import compliance

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Spanish (bilingual)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Customs Specialist (CCS)

Licensed Customs Broker (LCB)

Tools

CargoWise

Magaya

ACE/ABI

Job description

Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment is seeking a detail-oriented Customs Entry Writer to join our Miami, FL team on-site. You will process daily U.S. customs entries, ensure CBP compliance, and manage PGA clearances as part of a busy logistics brokerage.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in entry writing, strong HTS classification skills, and hands-on experience with ABI/ACE transmission, CargoWise or Magaya. Fluent English is required; Spanish is a plus in South Florida.