Customs Entry Writer

Job Description:

Customs Entry Writer - Import Documentation

Location: Ellenwood, GA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $50,000-$65,000 per year

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Customs Entry Writer to join our international logistics team. This position is responsible for preparing, reviewing, and processing import documentation and customs declarations to ensure accurate and timely clearance of shipments.

The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of import or customer broker experience, a strong understanding of U.S. import procedures, and hands-on experience preparing customs declarations. CargoWise experience is required, and experience with CCS (Cargo Community System) is a strong plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and submit import entries and customs declarations accurately and timely.
• Process import documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, arrival notices, and other supporting documents.
• Review shipment information to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to entry submission.
• Maintain a strong understanding of U.S. import procedures, customs requirements, and compliance regulations.
• Review HTS classifications, country of origin, values, quantities, and other information needed for accurate customs entry processing.
• Enter and maintain shipment and customs information within CargoWise.
• Monitor entry status and communicate with customers, carriers, overseas agents, and internal teams regarding documentation or clearance issues.
• Identify discrepancies and resolve missing or inaccurate import documentation.
• Assist with customs holds, requests for information, entry corrections, and other clearance-related issues.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Provide professional customer service and communicate effectively with customers regarding import shipments and documentation.
• Manage multiple shipments and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Required Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in import documentation, customs entry writing, customer broker operations, or a similar international logistics role.
• Hands-on experience preparing customs declarations and import entries.
• Strong understanding of import processes and customs documentation.
• CargoWise experience is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple shipments and deadlines.

Preferred / Plus Qualifications

• CCS experience or certification is a plus.
• Experience with ACE/Automated Commercial Environment.
• Knowledge of HTS classifications, tariff requirements, and country-of-origin rules.
• Experience working with international customers, carriers, freight forwarders, or customs brokerage teams.
• Experience with air and ocean import operations.
• Familiarity with customs compliance and entry documentation requirements.

About Us

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