Customs Reconciliation Analyst : 199262

NO CORP TO CORP, 1099, OR 3RD PARTY RECRUITER SUBMITTALS

Job Title : Customs Reconciliation Analyst : 199262

Location : WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ 07677

Hourly Rate on W2 : $29.67 / hr. - $36.55 / hr.

Shift : 1st Shift

Schedule – 9 am to 5 pm (Monday to Friday) Hybrid – 3 days on site (Required) – 2 days remote

Contract : 1 YEAR

The position would be working for HKA at the WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ facility

1 PTO day per month on the 1st of each month

11 paid holidays offered

Outline :

This person is a financial and compliance checker for U.S. customs operations. They make sure the company is paying the right duties, properly claiming trade benefits, and keeping meticulous records for audits and CBP inquiries. It’s a mix of data analysis, bookkeeping, compliance, and document management.

Role Overview

The person ensures that the company’s customs records and payments are accurate, reconciled, and compliant with U.S. customs regulations. They focus on analyzing trade data, validating documentation, and supporting customs-related financial and administrative processes.

Customs Reconciliation

Compare the company’s internal customs data with supplier invoices and broker-prepared documents.

Reconcile customs values and Free Trade Agreement claims to make sure everything matches and is correct.

Data Analysis

Use Microsoft Excel and potentially SAP to analyze data in detail.

Spot discrepancies in invoices, bills, and customs filings.

Documentation Management

Organize customs-related documents from CBP (e.g., CF28s, CF29s, Liquidated Damages notices).

Maintain accurate logs of customs bills, refunds, and other related documentation.

Support Teams

Assist solicitation or procurement teams by preparing reports, metrics, and analysis of customs data discrepancies.

Help administrative processes, like combining documents, printing, mailing, or responding to CBP inquiries.

Compliance & Accuracy

Ensure that all U.S. customs reporting and financial data are correct.

Help the company avoid errors that could result in penalties, overpayments, or compliance issues.

Skills in Action

Analytical skills : Reviewing invoices, customs entries, and financial data to ensure accuracy.

Attention to detail : Errors in customs documents can be costly; accuracy is critical.

Communication skills : Explaining findings and coordinating with suppliers, brokers, and internal teams.

Organization : Managing many documents, logs, and reports systematically.

Basic job duties may include but are not limited to :

Analyze and prepare US customs value reconciliation for US Entities.

Analyze and prepare US customs Free Trade Agreement reconciliation for US Entities.

Validate internal customs data against supplier documentation and documentation prepared by brokers.

Provide support to solicitation team as needed (prepare reports / metrics, analyze discrepancies etc.).

Analyze invoices and customs documentation from suppliers to evaluate accuracy of supplier bills.

Organize CBP bills and refunds, record them in company logs.

Organize documents received from CBP (such as CF28s, CF29s and Liquidated Damages) and record them in company logs.

Support administrative efforts in responding to CBP requests (i.e. combining documentation, printing and mailing of responses prepared by various teams).

EDUCATION : Bachelor Degree

MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE :

Bachelor in a related field preferred. 2+ years’ experience working in customs, international trade, or a related field.

Strong analytical skills and ability to conduct detailed data analysis.

Experience in Microsoft Excel. Experience working in SAP is a plus.

Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Able to work in a collaborative team environment.

Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.

HKA Enterprises is a global workforce solutions firm. If you are seeking a new career opportunity or project experience, our recruiters will work to understand your qualifications, experience, and personal goals. At HKA, we recognize the importance of matching employee goals with those of the employer. We strive to seek credibility, satisfaction, and endorsement from all our applicants. We invite you to take time and search for your next career experience with us! HKA is an EEO Employer who participates in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.