Job Summary:
The Customs Entry Clerk is responsible for processing and managing the documentation necessary for customs clearance. The Customs Entry Clerk will be the expert on customs in-country and would be custodian for driving compliance with the relevant regulations in-country. This role serves as a link between the Operations Controllers and various customs regulatory bodies in-country.
Key duties and responsibilities:
Accurately frame entries and apply correct tariff classifications based on commodity nature and destination
Audit all commodity invoices and supporting documents against customs and statutory requirements to ensure relevant tariffs are applied
Prepare and submit import and export declarations, coordinating with regulatory authorities and Operations Controllers for timely submission
Register customs declarations on systems such as Ayscuda
Maintain organized tracking lists of customs transactions and arrange duty payments
Engage with the Tender and Estimates desk on duty and tax estimates to help develop competitive proposals for prospective customers
Offer guidance to Operations Controllers on pre-declaration risks and co-create solutions to potential challenges
Act as the subject matter expert for customs-related queries alongside the Operations Controller
Liaise between revenue authorities and the business on behalf of customers to avoid undue penalties
Complete Import Declaration Forms in accordance with signed Service Level Agreements
Handover documents to runners for submission to customs authorities
Engage with customs officials to defend declarations at the revenue desk to avoid undue penalties
Ensure customs license is renewed
Remain abreast of new developments in Harmonized System codes, trade controls, and trade agreements to maintain compliance with revenue regulations
QUALIFICATIONS
Diploma in logistics, supply chain or equivalent
Registration to declare goods on the customs system.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in customs
SKILLS
Ability to remain calm in a high-pressure environment
Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to communicate effectively with customs authorities, customers and internal stakeholders.
Proven ability to multitask and ensure effective delivery of the priorities to meet targets and objectives
Decision making and problem-solving skills