Customs & Compliance Manager

Essential Job Functions

• Classification of merchandise for both HTS and Schedule B research of product to assist with such classifications and liaising with both clients and staff for the goal of best-in-class operations for Crane and Cranes clients.
• Assists with the establishment implementation and maintenance of internal controls in the form of policies procedures and work instructions to ensure that Crane fully satisfies its regulatory obligations pertaining to both US Import / Export and Trade Controls.
• Analyzes controls through qualitative and quantitative evaluation of transactional documentation for compliance with South African trade regulations.
• Provide training to all employees involved in brokerage-related activities in accordance with Cranes Brokerage Compliance Manual.
• Ensure that brokerage activities are carried out as required by the South African Revenue Services and Customs Trade requirements.
• Plan organize schedule and lead the audit activities of the brokerage department; providing comprehensive and objective analyses of brokerage files; verifying completeness accuracy compliance and overall file integrity.
• Document audit findings and prepare reports with recommendations for presentation to senior management.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies to automate brokerage processes.
• Analyze critical issues trends and root causes and identify solutions that best address them.
• Manage duty drawback claim process and PEAs (if / when applicable).
• Production of recurrent or ad hoc reports metrics and presentations for senior management.
• Liaise with South African Customs and Border Protection Department of Commerce to assist with detentions seizures investigations and mitigation as required.
• Contact agencies of SARS and other regulatory entities as necessary to investigate or address relevant questions or concerns.
• Read analyze and interpret existing and industry and government requirements.
• Track and analyze new and revised legislation which governs program compliance to determine impact on operations; modify program as appropriate in response to changes in South African trade law or legal requirements.
• Keep abreast of emerging technology changes and innovations through formal or informal study reading business and professional publications networking and participation in professional organizations.
• Establish and maintain policies procedures and work instructions relative to brokerage.
• Respond timely resourcefully and constructively to new demands priorities challenges or obstacles.
• Author and disseminate internal communications to raise compliance awareness within the organization.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues from all departments to accomplish assigned objectives.
• Assist with maintenance and management of AEO accreditation
• Monitor and manage all Crane SA customs licenses and renewal thereof
• Other duties as assigned

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Disclaimer :

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

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