Indirect Tax-Global Trade Operations-Senior Manager
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $111,900.00 - $183,400.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Pension Plan
401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off
flexible vacation policy
hybrid work model
Job Description
EY is a globally renowned professional services firm dedicated to building a better working world by creating innovative value for clients, people, society, and the planet. With a presence spanning more than 150 countries and territories, EY brings together a diverse and inclusive network of professionals powered by advanced data, AI, and technology capabilities. The firm offers a broad spectrum of services, including assurance, consulting, tax, strategy, and transactions, supported by deep sector insights and a commitment to integrity and ethical standards. EY’s expansive reach and comprehensive expertise make it a leader in the global professional accounting and advisory space,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and either a JD, CPA or a U.S. Customs broker license
- approximately 10 or more years of related work experience in industry, a professional services firm, a Fortune 500 company or a major importer or exporter
- deep technical knowledge of global customs, import and export topics such as valuation, classification, country of origin, free-trade agreements, export controls, licensing, trade sanctions
- travel is likely to be required
- percentage will depend on location, skill set and individual projects
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and either a JD, CPA or a U.S. Customs broker license
- approximately 10 or more years of related work experience in industry, a professional services firm, a Fortune 500 company or a major importer or exporter
- deep technical knowledge of global customs, import and export topics such as valuation, classification, country of origin, free-trade agreements, export controls, licensing, trade sanctions
- experience in professional services together with the ability to listen to a client's needs and develop a value proposition to expand new business
- experience with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Bureau of Industry and Security, Office of Foreign Assets Control, or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls
- foreign language capabilities encouraged
Job Duties
- lead and oversee end-to-end drawback programs: opportunity assessments, scoping, data diagnostics, rule mapping, claim build, filings, and accelerated payment readiness
- interpret and apply 19 CFR Part 190 (TFTEA), including substitution standards, manufacturing drawback, unused/returned merchandise, rejected merchandise, and waste/byproduct treatment
- design methodology for commercial interchangeability and substitution under TFTEA
- establish defensible correlation across HTS classifications, specifications, and supply chain documentation
- architect data models linking import entries (CBP/ACE) to exports (AES), bills of materials, production records, inventory movements, and sales ensuring auditability and chain-of-custody
- manage claim calculations, duty/tax/fee components (including MPF, HMF where applicable), timelines, and retroactive lookback periods
- oversee reconciliation and prior disclosure strategies when appropriate
- prepare clients for CBP audits, exams, and desk reviews
- draft and review technical memos, legal/regulatory interpretations, and internal controls documentation
- drive process automation (e.g., Alteryx/SQL/Python), dashboards (Power BI/Tableau), and ACE data extraction workflows to improve accuracy and throughput
- drive the firm’s duty drawback value proposition: develop thought leadership, solution collateral, pricing models, and delivery playbooks
- partner with industry teams (Consumer, Retail, Industrials, Automotive, Life Sciences, Technology, Chemicals) to tailor sector-specific methodologies
- lead pursuits: discovery, proposal writing, oral presentations, scoping, and contracting
- meet or exceed bookings, margin, and utilization targets
- build and mentor a diverse team of customs professionals, data analysts, and project managers
- set performance expectations and coach for growth
- implement delivery standards (PMO discipline, QA/QC, documentation, knowledge management) and reusable assets to enable scale
- foster a culture of ethics and compliance
- reinforce CBP, BIS, OFAC awareness and escalation protocols
- establish robust internal controls for drawback programs: data governance, segregation of duties, exception handling, and version control
- conduct prefiling reviews, root-cause analysis on claim denials, and remediation plans
- maintain a risk register and issue log
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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