Tariff Specialist

  • Full-time

Company Description

There are jobs and there are careers. At A & A, our purpose is helping people and we want to partner with you to grow your career in customs brokerage and international trade. If you are looking for the opportunity to challenge yourself while learning new skills and working with a great team of professionals, then keep reading! 

Our team at A & A is looking to grow rapidly and is seeking a Tariff Specialist. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working at a Customs Brokerage. This position is responsible for consulting and classifying all commodities as required for imports into Canada, as well as, applying for Rulings and assisting with CADEX rejects and Customs tariff updates.  Tariff knowledge and experience are a must.

Job Description

Key responsibilities include:

  • Perform simple, routine tariff classification
  • Review customs documentation and verify for accuracy and proper completion 
  • Assist and support staff to ensure timely parts approvals
  • Development of tariff classifications as required
  • Apply for Rulings when required
  • Assist in the management of the Tariff public folder
  • Communicate with clients both verbally and in writing 
  • Assist CADEX desk with rejected files
  • Assist in the updating of our systems related to Tariff, SIMA, Tariff Treatment
  • Cross-training within the Consulting/Compliance department
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Well-versed in the Customs Tariff and associated notes and Explanatory Notes; professional communication both via phone and through email with clients and staff
  • Strong team spirit
  • Strong organizational skills and flexibility
  • Self-motivated and multi-task oriented
  • Good knowledge of the Customs brokerage industry
  • Professional attitude
  • Minimum 2 years experience in tariff classification (intermediate level minimum)
  • Minimum 2 years in current position (internal applicants only)
  • Minimum Grade 12 graduation
  • CCS designation is an asset
  • CSCB Tariff Module is an asset

Additional Information

About us: 

  • A & A has been in business for 43 years and we specialize in customs brokerage - but we are not your average broker -  
  • Our Glassdoor reviews are the best in the industry! - check us out at: https://www.glassdoor.ca/Overview/Working-at-A-and-A-Contract-Customs-Brokers-EI_IE1864045.11,43.htm  
  • We have been certified as a Great Place to Work by our own employees!
  • Our minimum wage starts at $20/hour. No job is paid less than this at A & A
  • You can work from home, giving you the flexibility to work from anywhere!
  • We have amazing benefits including our Honeymoon Hi-5 program that offers paid time off, Learning & Tuition reimbursement, and other paid time off programs not seen anywhere else!
  • We offer medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as a company-sponsored RRSP program
  • We want to be the best broker and that means hiring the best talent. We partner with you to obtain Customs Certifications such as the CCS, CTCS designation or your brokerage license - earn a $2,000 bonus for completing

We invite you to bring your skills and join our team while growing your career.

Our Culture

We are a values-based organization and a dedicated group of professionals who value teamwork, learning and development, and cutting-edge innovation while having fun too! We take a great deal of pride in developing long-term relationships and in supporting our community and our environment.

Our Canadian office is excited to welcome a Tariff Specialist to our team! 

A & A Customs Broker is a fair and equitable company. We welcome and encourage applications from all candidates regardless of ethnicity, race, religious beliefs, disability, age, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

To learn more about us, visit: https://www.aacb.com/

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