Post-Entry Analyst

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Position Summary

The Customs Post-Entry & Trade Compliance Analyst is responsible for supporting U.S. import compliance activities with primary responsibility for customs entry auditing, post-entry corrections, tariff recovery opportunities, and trade compliance risk mitigation.

This position conducts detailed reviews of U.S. Customs entries to ensure compliance with Customs regulations, company import requirements, and applicable preferential trade programs. The role identifies entry discrepancies, performs transactional compliance reviews, coordinates corrective actions, prepares post-summary corrections (PSCs) and protests, and maintains supporting documentation necessary to support customs positions and regulatory audits.

The Analyst serves as a subject matter resource for HTS classification validation, country-of-origin determinations, valuation reviews, and Free Trade Agreement qualification. The position works closely with Customs Brokers, Corporate Trade Compliance, Purchasing, Finance, Engineering, and operational stakeholders to identify and resolve compliance issues while supporting continuous improvement of import processes and controls.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Customs Entry Audit & Compliance Monitoring

• Conduct comprehensive audits of U.S. Customs entries to evaluate compliance with applicable customs laws and company policies.
• Review entry filings for accuracy of:
  • HTS classification
  • Country of origin
  • Customs valuation
  • Duty rates and special tariff treatment
  • Manufacturer identification
  • Free Trade Agreement claims
  • Supporting commercial documentation
• Analyze broker entry data to identify trends, recurring errors, compliance gaps, and potential duty savings opportunities.
• Develop and maintain audit schedules, audit reports, compliance metrics, and corrective action tracking.
• Communicate findings to internal stakeholders and customs brokers and monitor remediation through completion.
• Support broker performance evaluations through ongoing compliance reviews and reporting.

Post-Entry Compliance & Corrective Actions

• Identify import transactions requiring corrective action as a result of internal audits, broker audits, governmental inquiries, or business reviews.
• Prepare, coordinate, and submit Post Summary Corrections (PSCs), protests, and other Customs corrective filings.
• Support prior disclosures, duty recovery initiatives, and other post-entry compliance actions when necessary.
• Track corrective actions through final resolution and maintain supporting records.
• Coordinate with customs brokers, finance teams, and business stakeholders to resolve discrepancies affecting customs compliance or duty recovery.
• Assist with reconciliation of duty adjustments, refunds, credits, and post-entry recoveries.

HTS Classification & Import Compliance

• Independently research and validate HTS classifications for imported materials, components, production equipment, tooling, and finished goods.
• Review classifications assigned by suppliers and customs brokers for accuracy and consistency.
• Analyze product specifications, engineering drawings, material composition, and product functionality to support classification determinations.
• Maintain classification documentation and support periodic classification audits.
• Identify classification changes that may impact duty exposure, trade remedy measures, or preferential tariff eligibility.

Free Trade Agreements & Special Trade Programs

• Evaluate and support qualification under applicable Free Trade Agreements and preferential trade programs.
• Review supplier certifications, origin documentation, and qualification analyses.
• Audit FTA claims to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company procedures.
• Support verification requests, recordkeeping obligations, and corrective actions related to FTA programs.
• Identify opportunities to maximize preferential duty treatment while maintaining compliance.

Regulatory Support & Risk Management

• Support responses to CBP Requests for Information (CF28), Notices of Action (CF29), and other government inquiries.
• Assist with internal compliance reviews, audits, and risk assessments.
• Maintain records supporting customs positions, entry reviews, classification determinations, and post-entry filings.
• Contribute to development and enhancement of import compliance procedures, controls, and training materials.
• Monitor regulatory developments affecting import compliance, classification, duty programs, and customs operations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Customs Brokers, Corporate Trade Compliance, Purchasing, Engineering, Finance, Logistics, and other internal stakeholders.
• Communicate compliance requirements, audit findings, and corrective actions to affected business functions.
• Support company initiatives involving customs compliance, tariff mitigation, duty recovery, and import process improvements.
• Participate in implementation of compliance controls designed to reduce customs risk and improve import accuracy.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, International Business, Trade Compliance, Customs Administration, Finance, Accounting, Logistics, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in U.S. Customs compliance, customs brokerage, import operations, or trade compliance.
• Demonstrated experience auditing U.S. Customs entries and identifying compliance discrepancies.
• Experience preparing or supporting Post Summary Corrections (PSCs), protests, duty recovery claims, or other post-entry corrective actions.
• Working knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, entry processes, and post-entry procedures.
• Strong understanding of HTS classification principles and customs valuation requirements.
• Experience reviewing country-of-origin determinations and preferential duty claims.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including analysis of large data sets and transaction-level import data.

Preferred Qualifications

• Automotive manufacturing industry experience.
• Experience qualifying products under USMCA or other Free Trade Agreements.
• Licensed U.S. Customs Broker or customs brokerage experience.
• Experience supporting CBP audits, CF28 responses, CF29 responses, or prior disclosures.
• Experience with ACE reporting and import data analytics.
• Familiarity with tariff engineering, duty optimization initiatives, and trade remedy compliance.
• Experience working with SAP, broker management systems, or trade compliance software platforms.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

Post-Entry Compliance Expertise

Demonstrated ability to identify import compliance issues, determine corrective action requirements, and manage post-entry filings through completion.

Audit & Investigative Skills

Ability to analyze complex import transactions, identify root causes, evaluate risk, and develop corrective actions.

Trade Compliance Knowledge

Strong understanding of HTS classification, valuation, country-of-origin requirements, customs entry procedures, and Free Trade Agreement requirements.

Analytical Capability

Ability to interpret large volumes of transactional data, identify trends, and develop meaningful compliance reporting.

Attention to Detail

Highly accurate review of import transactions, supporting records, regulatory requirements, and corrective action documentation.

Communication & Collaboration

Ability to communicate effectively with Customs Brokers, government agencies, and cross-functional business stakeholders.

Ownership & Accountability

Ability to independently manage audits, investigations, corrective actions, and compliance projects with limited supervision.

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