Customs Entry Clerk

Riseup Management; Durban; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Riseup Management in Durban is seeking a detail‑oriented customs administrator to prepare and verify import/export declarations, ensuring correct tariff classification and regulatory data. The role handles SARS compliance, duties calculations, and Vouchers of Correction (SAD-504).

You will liaise with customers to gather evidence, process VoCs via EDI, support DA66 refund applications, and escalate issues to the Senior Agent.

Qualifications

• Customs-related training or certifications (e.g., SA customs courses).
• 2 years’ experience in customs, logistics, or freight forwarding.
• Basic understanding of import/export documentation.
• Interest in developing customs knowledge.
• Computer literacy (MS Office, PDF processing, data entry systems).
• Attention to detail and strong administrative discipline.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, verify, and submit import and export declarations with correct tariff classification, valuation, quantity, origin, permits, and regulatory data.
• Examine invoices, bills of lading, packing lists, and shipping statements to ensure SARS and foreign trade compliance.
• Calculate duties, VAT, and other border taxes based on tariff headings and applicable schedules.
• Prepare Vouchers of Correction (SAD-504) for amendments to tariff, customs value, origin, quantity, or shipment details.
• Ensure VoCs are processed via SARS EDI, avoiding manual submissions for refund-related amendments.
• Assist with DA66 refund/drawback applications (eFiling ARD system), ensuring required documents are complete.
• Liaise with customers to obtain missing evidence and follow up on SARS requests or queries.
• Flag irregularities or potential compliance issues to the Senior Agent or Supervisor.
• Provide timely updates to internal teams and customers regarding entry progress and release status.
• Support exception handling, delays, and clarifications required by SARS or regulatory bodies.

Skills

Customs knowledge

Attention to detail

Administrative discipline

Communication skills

Education

Customs-related training/certification

Tools

MS Office

PDF processing

Data entry systems

Job description

Minimum Requirements:

• Customs-related training or certifications (e.g., SA customs courses or regional freight forwarding qualification).
• 2 years’ experience in customs, logistics, or freight forwarding (including internships or entry-level roles).
• Basic understanding of import/export documentation.
• Interest in developing customs knowledge.
• Computer literacy (MS Office, PDF processing, data entry systems).
• Attention to detail and strong administrative discipline (also overlaps slightly with soft skills but fits well here in an operational context).

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, verify, and submit import and export declarations (SAD/CCD) with correct tariff classification, valuation, quantity, origin, permits, and regulatory data.
• Examine documentation such as invoices, bills of lading, packing lists, and shipping statements to ensure compliance with SARS and foreign trade regulations.
• Calculate duties, VAT, and other border taxes based on tariff headings, customs value, and applicable schedules.
• Prepare Vouchers of Correction (SAD-504) for amendments to tariff, customs value, origin, quantity, or shipment details.
• Ensure VoCs are processed via SARS EDI, in line with requirements that prohibit manual submissions for refund-related amendments.
• Assist with preparing DA66 refund/drawback applications (eFiling ARD system), ensuring required documents (import/export CCDs, proof of payment/export, schedules) are complete before submission.
• Liaise with customers to obtain missing evidence and follow up on SARS requests or queries until finalization.
• Flag any irregularities or potential compliance issues to the Senior Agent or Supervisor immediately.
• Provide timely updates to internal teams, and customers regarding entry progress, queries, and release status.
• Support exception handling, delays, and clarifications required by SARS or regulatory bodies.