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

About the Role

KPMG is currently seeking a Manager or Senior Manager, Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) to join our Trade and Customs practice. As part of a dynamic team at one of the world's top tax firms, you will work with KPMG's extensive network of specialists and enjoy access to Ignition Centers, where deep industry knowledge merges with cutting-edge technologies to create innovative tax solutions. You will join a diverse team helping high-profile clients understand, analyze, and respond to complex business opportunities and challenges, with career development through multifaceted engagements, formal training, and informal mentoring.

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), or Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) certification issued by the National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America, in addition to other credentials on KPMG's approved credential listing; any individual who does not possess at least one of the approved designations/credentials when their employment commences has one year from their date of hire to obtain at least one of the approved designations/credentials; the recruiter can provide the complete list of currently approved designations/credentials for the hiring practice/service line
• Comprehensive working knowledge of FTZ processes, compliance activities, PGA reporting, and import/export regulations (for example: Harmonized Tariff Schedule, customs federal regulations, free trade agreements, entry, valuation, and compliance methods)
• Experience with FTZ Inventory Control and Recordkeeping Systems and/or FTZ processing preferred
• Exceptional and in-depth experience with U.S. import and export control regulations with the ability to address complex matters, practical and operational advice, and solutions
• 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; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for US work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
• 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

Pay

California Salary Range: $97,850 - $227,240. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and market considerations. Salary ranges by city outside of CA are available at: https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=M306B_3_26

Benefits

KPMG offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. The Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about benefits can be found towards the bottom of the KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work.