KPMG US
Associate or Senior Associate, Trade Shared Services - FTZ
KPMG US, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Associate or Senior Associate, Trade Shared Services - FTZ
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KPMG is currently seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join our Trade and Customs practice.
Responsibilities
Support managed service engagements, in a variety of industries, on Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) implementation and operations
Provide quality review for basic to complex trade compliance tasks and processes performed with the Trade & Customs Delivery Center
Support FTZ clients with validating data, implementing, testing and using GTM solutions
Provide clients with guidance on requirements of U.S. Customs and Border Protection and participating government agencies (PGA) for import, entry and export transactions in an FTZ environment
Assist in the delivery of multiple client engagements on time and within budget; maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations and satisfaction
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment
Act as a valued member of the FTZ Service Delivery Team and support the development and training of delivery center staff
Qualifications
Minimum one year of recent import‑export experience with strong working knowledge of Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) processes, compliance activities, and operations, including participating government agency (PGA) reporting, as well as other import/export matters, such as Harmonized Tariff Schedule, customs federal regulations, free trade agreements, entry processes, valuation and informed compliance methods
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Juris Doctor (JD) or a master’s degree from an accredited college or university in international trade preferred; minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required
Previous experience using FTZ inventory control and record‑keeping systems and/or FTZ processing is preferred
Strong technical skills with the ability to conduct in‑depth reviews of import/export data using data and analytics
Ability to travel both 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; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H‑1B, L‑1, TN, O‑1, E‑3, H‑1B1, F‑1, OPT, CPT or any other employment‑based visa)
Additional Qualifications for Senior Associate
Minimum three years of recent import‑export experience with strong working knowledge of Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) processes, compliance activities, and operations, including participating government agency (PGA) reporting, as well as other import/export matters, such as Harmonized Tariff Schedule, customs federal regulations, free trade agreements, entry processes, valuation and informed compliance methods
Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or other related trade certification preferred
Benefits & Compensation KPMG provides a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k), and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits to support mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year, a holiday calendar, and two paid breaks each year. Salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant’s skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, degrees, certifications and market considerations. For additional details, visit KPMG US Careers.
Equal Opportunity Employer KPMG 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. No phone calls or agencies please.
California Fair Chance Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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KPMG is currently seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join our Trade and Customs practice.
Responsibilities
Support managed service engagements, in a variety of industries, on Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) implementation and operations
Provide quality review for basic to complex trade compliance tasks and processes performed with the Trade & Customs Delivery Center
Support FTZ clients with validating data, implementing, testing and using GTM solutions
Provide clients with guidance on requirements of U.S. Customs and Border Protection and participating government agencies (PGA) for import, entry and export transactions in an FTZ environment
Assist in the delivery of multiple client engagements on time and within budget; maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations and satisfaction
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment
Act as a valued member of the FTZ Service Delivery Team and support the development and training of delivery center staff
Qualifications
Minimum one year of recent import‑export experience with strong working knowledge of Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) processes, compliance activities, and operations, including participating government agency (PGA) reporting, as well as other import/export matters, such as Harmonized Tariff Schedule, customs federal regulations, free trade agreements, entry processes, valuation and informed compliance methods
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Juris Doctor (JD) or a master’s degree from an accredited college or university in international trade preferred; minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required
Previous experience using FTZ inventory control and record‑keeping systems and/or FTZ processing is preferred
Strong technical skills with the ability to conduct in‑depth reviews of import/export data using data and analytics
Ability to travel both 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; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H‑1B, L‑1, TN, O‑1, E‑3, H‑1B1, F‑1, OPT, CPT or any other employment‑based visa)
Additional Qualifications for Senior Associate
Minimum three years of recent import‑export experience with strong working knowledge of Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) processes, compliance activities, and operations, including participating government agency (PGA) reporting, as well as other import/export matters, such as Harmonized Tariff Schedule, customs federal regulations, free trade agreements, entry processes, valuation and informed compliance methods
Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or other related trade certification preferred
Benefits & Compensation KPMG provides a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k), and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits to support mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year, a holiday calendar, and two paid breaks each year. Salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant’s skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, degrees, certifications and market considerations. For additional details, visit KPMG US Careers.
Equal Opportunity Employer KPMG 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. No phone calls or agencies please.
California Fair Chance Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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