Control and manage Customs processes and files, in accordance with the clients' and controllers' requirements, and legislation.
Key Job Functions
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Ensure compliance with all relevant statutory requirements (e.g., Customs and Excise Act)
Process Customs clearances in accordance with system and SARS requirements
Ensure that Customs processes are current and being always followed
Resolve any queries, and escalate as required
Establish and maintain relationships with operators and other stakeholders
Promote operational excellence
Other Responsibilities
Ensure that the organisation operates in accordance with the Customs Acts (including, but not limited to the Customs & Excise Act 91 of 1964, as amended and the VAT Act 89 of 1991, as amended.
Ensure that correct documents have been received from the Controller
Ensure the clearing instructions are duly completed and endorsed
Ensure that all documents tally and that there are no documents missing (invoices) to frame an accurate Customs compliant entry. This includes, but is not limited to, number of pieces, weight, and measurements
Check on permit requirements and if any Trade Agreements are in place. No entries are to be submitted to Customs without the EUR1 movement certificate or SADC certificate or origin (if applicable)
Calculation of Customs Duty and VAT for the purpose of costings
Identification of potential risks with regards to valuation (pricing) of goods. Identify and process relationships between consignees and suppliers (VDN)
Check the correctness of registration details in the operating system and identify discrepancies and duplicate clearances
Process Customs clearances i.e., framing of bills of entries for all modes of transport, including but not limited to BELN regulations, utilising the applicable incoterms
Tariff classification - assist Controllers or any other party with Tariff headings, and classification in general.
Maintain a product library for each client
If literature is required for classification purposes, please advise the Controller immediately, who will obtain the literature from the Importer/Exporter
Ensure Entries are submitted to SARS via EDI, accurately and timeously (authority level required)
Maintain a log of registration errors, indicating date, controller, file number and nature of the error.
If a submission is queried by Customs on the EDI Response Notification, then review the Query Information field for details on what is required by Customs.
Obtain final release from SARS prior to handing over to the Controller
Notify your immediate Manager upon notification of a refund claim from a Controller or any other party; and ensure that the claim is recorded in the relevant Refunds register
Ensure that the necessary documents have been received to process the refund claim
Ensure that the claim is submitted within the Customs prescribed time
Ensure that the correct batching method is used, for Customs to process the refund without unnecessary delays.
Regularly follow up on the progress of the refund until the process has been finalised by Customs
Ensure that the Controller is updated, so they can provide feedback.
Should SARS call for a Provisional Payment (DA70) in lieu of penalties, embargoes, temporary imports, etc., a full assessment must be performed prior to producing the DA70.
Liquidations to be submitted under cover of a letter within the prescribed time before expiration.
Quality check draft entries for correctness of details, to ensure that correct Tariffs are applied
Always ensure adherence to the Customs guidelines
Ensure that the ISO9001 process and guidelines are always adhered to.
Voucher of Correction - minimise the use of VOCs to rectify internal errors
Ensure that processing of Entries is up to date at any given time with special attention to clients
Ensure that there are no losses due to classification or other internal errors
Check the correctness of incoming information prior to on passing to Customs and other stakeholders
Always ensure the highest levels of customer service.
Employ the shortest turnaround time for the resolution of queries
Assist clients with queries and documentary requirements to successfully facilitate their logistics needs
Expert advise to clients and operations teams
Applications to Customs when required
Strong tariff experience
Strong BELN regulation requirements
Weekly reporting to Line manager
Education
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Matric
Experience
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Minimum of 2 years' experience working with Customs
Compliance and Tariffs
Experience with customs documentation and procedures
In-depth knowledge of Customs regulations and import/export laws
In-depth knowledge of BELN regulations
Tariff Classification
Skills
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Computer Literate
Good Microsoft Excel - Intermediate +
Microsoft Outlook
Understanding of Supply Chain and Logistics
Legal Research Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Join Steinweg to ensure our services exceed client expectations. Apply now to become part of our dynamic team!
Interested?
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Please send your CV to recruitment@za.steinweg.com
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