Senior Customs Entry Writer (Entry Writer II)

International Bridge Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 18 days per year

401k with 4% match

Job summary

International Bridge Inc. seeks a Senior Customs Entry Writer (Entry Writer II) for a fully remote role based in the United States. You will handle U.S.

customs entries, HTSUS classifications, and PGA compliance during ET business hours, with a focus on accuracy and regulatory risk minimization. You will work with Operations and Compliance, review supporting docs, and guide junior staff while ensuring timely clearance and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in U.S. customs brokerage with independent entry processing.
• Strong knowledge of HTSUS classification and tariff provisions interpretation.
• Familiarity with Chapter 99 duties and tariff stacking.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepare, review, and transmit U.S. customs entries and summaries using ACE and software.
• Classify merchandise under HTSUS and apply GRI, Section Notes, and Chapter Notes.
• Research CBP regulations, rulings, tariff provisions, and guidance.
• Determine duties including Chapter 99, Section 301, and 232 trade remedies.
• Apply tariff stacking rules and identify exclusions and exemptions.
• Coordinate PGA requirements, including FDA, USDA, EPA, CPSC, NHTSA, etc.
• Prepare PGA declarations and supporting documentation.
• Review invoices and documents for product descriptions and origin.
• Identify compliance issues and escalate complex matters as needed.
• Monitor entry status and resolve CBP and PGA holds and discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate entry records per regulatory and company procedures.
• Collaborate with Operations, Compliance, and Customer Service teams.
• Provide guidance to less-experienced entry writers and implement updates.

Skills

HTSUS classification

PGA requirements

ACE and broker software

Regulatory research

Analytical reasoning

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in International Trade / related field

Tools

ACE

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

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Senior Customs Entry Writer (Entry Writer II)

US

Position Type: Full-Time Work Location: Remote – United States Time Zone Requirement: Eastern Time (ET) business hours

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced Senior Customs Entry Writer to join our Customs Brokerage team. This is a fully remote position for candidates based in the United States who can work Eastern Time business hours.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of U.S. customs regulations, HTSUS classification, Partner Government Agency (PGA) requirements, and additional duties, including Chapter 99 tariff provisions and tariff stacking.

This position is ideal for a detail-oriented customs brokerage professional who can independently process customs entries, interpret regulatory requirements, research complex tariff issues, and identify potential compliance risks.

The Senior Customs Entry Writer will work closely with our Operations and Compliance teams to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant customs clearance.

• 18 days of PTO per year
• 401k plan with 4% company match

Key Responsibilities

• Independently prepare, review, and transmit U.S. customs entries and entry summaries using ACE and customs brokerage software.
• Classify merchandise under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), applying the General Rules of Interpretation, Section Notes, and Chapter Notes.
• Research and interpret CBP regulations, classification rulings, tariff provisions, and other applicable regulatory guidance.
• Determine applicable customs duties, including Chapter 99 additional duties, Section 301, Section 232, and other trade remedies.
• Apply tariff stacking rules and identify applicable additional duty provisions, exclusions, and exemptions.
• Identify merchandise subject to Partner Government Agency requirements, including FDA, USDA, EPA, CPSC, NHTSA, and other relevant agencies.
• Prepare and coordinate required PGA declarations and supporting documentation.
• Review commercial invoices and shipment documentation to validate product descriptions, declared values, country of origin, quantities, and other required entry information.
• Identify potential compliance issues involving classification, valuation, origin, AD/CVD, and import restrictions, escalating complex matters when necessary.
• Monitor entry status and assist in resolving CBP and PGA holds, examinations, rejects, and documentation discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate entry records and supporting documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements and company procedures.
• Collaborate with Operations, Compliance, and Customer Service teams to resolve shipment issues and support timely customs clearance.
• Provide technical guidance to less-experienced entry writers and assist with implementing regulatory updates and operational procedures.

Required Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in U.S. customs brokerage, with demonstrated experience independently processing customs entries.
• Strong working knowledge of HTSUS classification and the ability to interpret tariff provisions, GRIs, Section Notes, and Chapter Notes.
• Practical experience applying Chapter 99 additional duties and tariff stacking requirements.
• Working knowledge of PGA filing requirements and import admissibility considerations.
• Ability to research and interpret CBP regulations, customs rulings, and applicable government agency requirements.
• Experience with ACE and customs brokerage software.
• Understanding of customs valuation, country of origin, and entry documentation requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Must be based in the United States and available to work Eastern Time business hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of customs brokerage experience handling a broad range of commodities.
• Knowledge of FDA, EPA/TSCA, USDA, CPSC, NHTSA, or other PGA requirements.
• Experience researching CBP CROSS rulings and interpreting complex HTSUS provisions.
• Familiarity with AD/CVD screening, trade remedies, preferential tariff programs, and special customs provisions.
• Experience with entry audits, post-entry corrections, and customs compliance reviews.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in International Trade, International Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who goes beyond routine data entry and understands the regulatory requirements behind each customs declaration.

The successful candidate will be able to independently research classification and tariff questions, recognize when additional documentation is necessary, and exercise sound judgment when identifying potential compliance issues.

The ability to work independently in a remote environment, communicate effectively with colleagues, adapt to regulatory changes, and contribute to a knowledgeable and compliance-focused brokerage team is essential.