Customs Compliance Analyst

Near North Customs Brokers provides tailored customs brokerage in Canada and the United States with access to every cross-border service you need to thrive in today’s everchanging global trade world. Our promise to provide the best service in the industry is built on three pillars: People, Expertise, and Technology. It’s why our clients have chosen us as their trusted customs broker and global trade advisor for over 30 years.

Near North Customs Brokers is seeking a Full-Time Customs Compliance Analyst. In this role you will provide support to potential new clients, existing clients and internal employee queries with a strong adherence to CBSA regulations. 

Shift details are as follows for this position:

Tuesday to Friday 3:00 - 11:30 p.m. / Saturday 8:00 a.m - 4:30 p.m.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Classify and validate products using HS Codes and Tariff Treatments. 

• Review import documentation for accuracy and customs compliance.

• Audit assigned accounts and ensure files are compliant with CBSA regulations.

• Create and maintain data bases.

• Build and maintain excellent ongoing communication with clients.

• Respond in a timely fashion to internal and external inquiries from clients or other departments within the organization such as: Importing, Client Services, Finance and Freight Forwarding.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Majority of the time will be spent sitting

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Office environment working remotely

CHALLENGING SITUATIONS

• Customs related problems

• Upset customers and disputes

• Dealing with unrealistic demands regarding service standards 

• Exposed to deadlines on a daily basis

• Blind classifying goods with very little time limit

• Mental stress that comes with the job

• Proficient verbal and written English communication skills.

• Minimum of 3-5 years rating and customs brokerage experience.

• Strong knowledge of customs tariff and regulations.

• Excellent communication, organizational and judgement skills.

• Ability to work well under pressure, understand deadlines and multi-tasks.

• Solid computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Email, etc.).

• Strong attention to detail.

• Comprehensive Benefits
• Profit Sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Chance for Growth and advancement in the company