Tax Senior - Indirect Tax - Global Trade Operations

Location: Anywhere in Country

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Tax - Indirect - Global Trade Operations - Senior

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The opportunity

As a Senior in Global Trade, you will play a pivotal role in establishing and executing global trade strategies that align with business objectives. You’ll leverage your expertise in trade laws to optimize supply chain operations, drive cost savings, and ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include determining correct customs valuation, managing transfer pricing and customs valuation policies, and overseeing remediation processes and corrective filings with customs and other authorities.

You will use your experience and technical knowledge to bring value to clients and manage risks related to global trade matters. You will be a member of our Global Trade Managed Services team that assists our clients to move their freight both effectively and compliantly around the globe.

Your key responsibilities

In this role, you’ll define and execute deliverables, contribute to the delivery of processes, solutions, and projects, and apply sound judgment to inform recommendations. You’ll spend your time managing complex issues, analyzing variable factors, and implementing procedures and guidelines. The position presents the challenge of working on intricate trade matters, offering opportunities to learn about global trade strategy, compliance, and supply chain optimization. You’ll regularly interact with external clients, participate in client working sessions, and may serve as a team lead. Regular travel required as needed by external clients.

Your focus will be on executing Harmonized System (HS) Classification Projects, driving Free Trade Agreement (FTA) qualification and solicitation initiatives, and conducting rigorous audits of customs brokers and third-party providers to uphold the highest standards of trade compliance. You will research customs and international trade issues and perform customs compliance work for our clients.

Analytical/Decision Making Responsibilities:

• Make decisions based on broad policies, applying personal knowledge and experience to resolve issues.
• Implement procedures and guidelines, often working on complex issues requiring in-depth evaluation.
• Provide general guidance to others newer to the role or at a lower level.

Skills and attributes for success

To make an impact in this role, you’ll need strong analytical and decision-making skills, the ability to manage relationships, and a talent for communicating with impact. You’ll thrive if you are agile, collaborative, and adept at solving complex problems.

• Responsible for contributing to the delivery of one or more processes, solutions, and/or projects by delivering agreed activities and applying judgment.
• Accountable for meeting personal targets that impact the immediate team.
• May help coordinate the work of junior colleagues or team members.
• Meets performance objectives and metrics set locally (client service, quality and risk management, sales and business growth, solution development, and teaming).
• Defines and executes deliverables, tracks deliverable completion and project status.
• Supports opportunities for additional services (5-10% of time), assists in completion of RFP responses, and maintains reports for engagement economics.
• Tracks resource plan and budget.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Relations or a related trade operations management field.
• 4 or more years of related work experience in industry, a professional services firm, a Fortune 500 company or a major importer or exporter
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High-level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• An analytical mindset with meticulous attention to detail and robust critical thinking capabilities.
• A collaborative spirit and a dedication to contributing positively to team dynamics.
• Industry-specific certifications or licenses are viewed favorably.
• Excellent organizational skills, strong motivation, and a positive attitude
• Proficiency in a technology-enabled environment
• Willingness to travel as needed, and working in a balanced hybrid environment
• Duty Drawback
• Global Trade Control Design
• Trade sanction design
• Tax Compliance and Reporting Requirements
• Global Trade Function and Strategy
• Application and Tool Analysis
• Building and Managing Relationships
• Learning Agility
• Commercial Acumen

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) or Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) certification
• Experience in project management or resource planning
• Familiarity with client-facing roles and engagement economics
• Exposure to international trade regulations and compliance
• Process, document, and oversee FTA documentation requests with precision and efficiency
• Accurately classify products in accordance with the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS)
• Foster proactive and strategic communication with suppliers, clients, and third-party service providers to ensure the seamless exchange of critical FTA documentation and classification information
• Perform meticulous reviews of trade documentation to guarantee adherence to Customs Regulations, creating comprehensive audit trails that articulate the methodology and reasoning for classification outcomes
• Provide steadfast support for daily FTA and classification inquiries, adeptly navigating and resolving import-related complexities
• Develop, analyze, and interpret key performance indicators (KPIs), assemble detailed quarterly business review reports, and manage ad hoc data inquiries to drive informed business decisions
• Proactively identify and advocate for process enhancements and operational efficiencies
• Researching customs and international trade issues
• Advising clients on customs compliance issues and potential duty savings strategies.
• A proven understanding of customs compliance regulations and best practices
• Experience in professional services together with the ability to listen to a client’s needs and develop a value proposition to expand new business

What we look for

We seek top performers who are proactive, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality results. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong analytical skills, effective communication, and a collaborative spirit. A passion for continuous learning and the ability to navigate complex challenges are highly valued.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

What we offer you
At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $81,700 to $135,000. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $98,100 to $153,500. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
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