Job Description

Manager or Senior Manager, Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) - Trade & Customs

KPMG is currently seeking a Manager or Senior Manager, Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) to join our Trade and Customs practice.

Responsibilities:

• Advise clients across various industries on Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) implementation, operations, and compliance matters
• Conduct quality reviews of trade compliance tasks and processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations
• Lead and manage project engagements, including team assembly, oversight of work, and full engagement responsibilities
• Support the development, training, and mentorship of delivery center staff and interns as part of the FTZ service team
• Guide clients on U.S. Customs and Border Protection and participating government agency requirements for FTZ import, entry, and export transactions
• Monitor project timelines and budgets, maintain active client communication
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Additional Responsibility for Senior Manager:

• Manage risk, financial performance, and identify new business opportunities

Qualifications:

• Minimum five years of recent experience in trade compliance, with a focus on FTZ solutions and consulting
• Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college or university; Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) issued by U.S customs and Border Protection, CUSICO (Certified U.S. Import Compliance Officer), CUSECO (Certified U.S Export Compliance Officer), Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) certification issued by the National Custom Broker and Forwarder Associate of America, in addition to other on KPMG's approved credential listing
• Comprehensive working knowledge of FTZ processes, compliance activities, PGA reporting, and import/export regulations
• Strong technical and analytical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Access for import/export data review
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future

Additional qualifications for Senior Manager:

• Minimum eight years of recent experience in trade compliance, with a focus on FTZ solutions and consulting
• Demonstrated client development and management success preferred

KPMG LLP is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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