Manager or Senior Manager, Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) - Trade & Customs - KPMG US : Job Details

Manager or Senior Manager, Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) - Trade & Customs role at KPMG US.

KPMG is currently seeking a Manager or Senior Manager, Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) to join our Trade and Customs practice.

• 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

• Manage risk, financial performance, and identify new business opportunities

• 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, CUSECO, CCS certification or other KPMG-approved designations; if not possessed at start, must obtain at least one approved designation within one year of hire
• Comprehensive working knowledge of FTZ processes, compliance activities, PGA reporting, and import/export regulations; experience with FTZ Inventory Control and Recordkeeping Systems and FTZ processing preferred; strong expertise in U.S. import/export control regulations
• Strong technical and analytical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Access for import/export data review
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future

• Minimum eight years of recent experience in trade compliance, with a focus on FTZ solutions and consulting
• Demonstrated client development and management success preferred

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California-specific information and salary ranges: California Salary Range: $106,300 - $203,700. Follow this link for salary transparency:

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit on a rolling basis. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable laws. No phone calls or agencies please.

Travel and other job details may apply as per client engagements. Los Angeles County Fair Chance Act obligations apply where relevant.