Director, Tariffs & Customs

Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them.

About the role

Join Aprio's Enterprise Tax team and help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Director, Customs & Tariffs to join their dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• Help multinational companies manage U.S. trade compliance requirements, identify duty-saving opportunities, and realize efficiencies in their global supply chain
• Design/expand Firm’s trade consulting services related to tariff classifications, country of origin, valuation, anti-dumping/countervailing (“AD/CVD”) duties, Section 301/232 tariffs, free trade agreements, forced labor, “Partner Government Agency” matters, Intellectual Property Rights violations, and export controls laws and regulations (EAR, OFAC, and FTR)
• Prepare/file administrative documents with government agencies such as U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Commerce, and U.S. Department of State, including Protests, Prior Disclosures, Voluntary Self Disclosures, Ruling Requests, Petitions for Relief, and letters related to reliquidation, Reconciliation, and transfer pricing adjustments
• Monitor and advise stakeholders on legal trends, developing areas of the trade law, and related issues that may impact Firm’s operations and/or services
• Support Firm’s business development initiatives
• Develop and implement customs and tariff strategies and policies that are compliant with local and international regulations
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in customs and tariff laws and regulations
• Develop and implement processes to ensure accurate and timely customs and tariff filings
• Manage relationships with customs authorities and third-party service providers
• Provide guidance and support to other departments on customs and tariff-related matters
• Monitor and analyze customs and tariff data to identify cost savings and process improvements
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies

Requirements

• CPA, EA, or JD required
• Experience working in a public accounting firm
• 7+ years of experience in compliance and consulting experience in public accounting or another professional service environment
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Computer expertise including knowledge of tax software and technology

Pay

$130,000 - $305,500 a year

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• 401k with Profit Sharing
• 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
• Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
• Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
• Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
• Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
• Top rated wellness program
• Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

Why Work For Aprio

• Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.
• An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.
• A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.
• Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.
• Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
• Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.