Director, Tariffs & Customs

Join Aprio's Enterprise Tax team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Director, Customs & Tariffs to join their dynamic team.

Responsibilities

Help multinational companies manage U.S. trade compliance requirements, identify duty-saving opportunities, and realize efficiencies in their global supply chain; Designing/expanding Firm's trade consulting services related to tariff classifications, country of origin, valuation, anti-dumping/countervailing duties, Section 301/232 tariffs, free trade agreements, forced labor, Partner Government Agency matters, Intellectual Property Rights violations, and export controls laws and regulations; Preparing/filing administrative documents with government agencies such as U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Commerce, and U.S. Department of State; Monitoring and advising stakeholders on legal trends, developing areas of the trade law, and related issues; Helping Firm's any business development initiatives; Lead business development efforts, including identifying opportunities, developing client relationships, preparing proposals, and expanding the Firm’s customs and trade consulting practice; Lead and develop project teams, including delegating responsibilities, supervising team members, and reviewing work products; Scope, plan, and manage end-to-end customs projects, including establishing project objectives, deliverables, timelines, staffing requirements, and budgets; Develop and implement customs and tariff strategies and policies that are compliant with local and international regulations; Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in customs and tariff laws and regulations; Develop and implement processes to ensure accurate and timely customs and tariff filings; Manage relationships with customs authorities and third-party service providers; Provide guidance and support to other departments on customs and tariff-related matters; Monitor and analyze customs and tariff data to identify cost savings and process improvements; Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies

Requirements

CPA, EA required, or JD required; Licensed Customs Broker required; Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, International Business, Supply Chain, Economics, Law, or related field; 10+ years of progressive experience in customs, tariffs, international trade, or global trade compliance; Deep knowledge of CBP regulations; HTS classification; Customs valuation; Country of origin requirements; Duty drawback; AD/CVD regulations; Section 301/232 tariffs; Free Trade Agreements; Export controls and sanctions; Proven client-facing consulting experience; Demonstrated business development and practice growth success; Strong project management and leadership skills; Excellent written, verbal, and presentation abilities

Nice to have

CTPAT; duty drawback

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment; Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account; 401k with Profit Sharing; 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure; Parental Leave; Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive; Discretionary incentive compensation; Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales; Top rated wellness program; Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options; Working with an industry leader; Awesome culture; Great team; Entrepreneurship; Growth opportunities; Competitive compensation