Global Customs and Trade Advisory, Director

Global Customs and Trade Advisory, Director

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Baker Tilly a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm with a global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and world financial centers. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients.

Baker Tilly is hiring on our Global Custom and Trade Advisory team at the Senior Manager Director level. In this role, you will serve as a firmwide resource for Global Custom & Trade related matters, providing value to clients and managing risks related to global trade matters, with a focus on customs and tariffs. You will drive growth, launch the practice, and have a huge opportunity to build a book and step into leadership.

• Are a self-starter who likes working independently
• Are a strong technical specialist who enjoys learning new concepts and proactively monitoring new tax technical and procedural developments
• Are an analytical problem solver eager to understand the client’s business and tax needs and assist in developing practical solutions tailored to the client’s situation
• Enjoy live interaction and consultations with clients and colleagues
• Bring value to clients and manage risks related to global trade matters
• You want to be part of a firm that values specialty tax practices and is invested in your success, providing the resources and support for you to grow now, for tomorrow.

• Identify and build customs and trade opportunities both internally and externally.
• Advise U.S. and foreign companies on global import and export strategies and compliance.
• Build up the Customs & Trade brand in the market.
• Manage successful delivery and implementation of projects.
• Prepare responses to client queries by undertaking customs and or excise technical research.
• Advise clients on global trade advisory needs and global compliance requirements.
• Develop and executive strategies to manage duty costs and risk of global trade, improve international trade compliance and increase the operational effectiveness of supply chains.
• Stay current on global trade developments and work to develop new and innovative service offerings.
• Assist in new business development while sustaining excellent client service by networking within and outside the firm.

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s or advanced degree preferred.
• U.S. Customs Broker License preferred.
• Practical knowledge of import and export processes, trade procedures and documentation.
• At least 8 years of experience in public service, consulting or advisory background, supply chain and logistics role focused on international trade, customs and excise.
• Client focused with strong communication skills.
• Experience with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Bureau of Industry and Security, Office of Foreign Assets Control or Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.
• Technical knowledge of global customs, import and export topics such as valuation, classification, country of origin, free-trade agreement, export controls, licensing, trade sanctions, etc.
• Strong background, experience and appreciation of International Trade, Trade Policy and International Relations.
• Successful project management experience.
• Ability to lead and supervise others, provide exceptional client service, demonstrate commitment to continuous learning and exhibit a sense of urgency and commitment to quality and the timely completion of projects.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, highly preferred.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.