EY
Indirect Tax-Global Trade Operations-Senior Manager
EY, Irvine, California, United States, 92713
Indirect Tax-Global Trade Operations-Senior Manager
Location: Anywhere in Country
At EY, we’re committed to building a better working world through global trade advisory services. This senior manager role focuses on leading the U.S. duty drawback program, driving new client relationships, and expanding our duty drawback value proposition.
Client Delivery & Technical Leadership
Lead end‑to‑end duty drawback programs: opportunity assessment, data diagnostics, rule mapping, claim build, filings, and accelerated payment readiness.
Interpret 19 CFR Part 190 (TFTEA), including substitution standards, manufacturing drawback, unused/returned merchandise, rejected merchandise, and waste/by‑product treatment.
Design methodology for commercial interchangeability and substitution under TFTEA; establish defensible correlation across HTS classifications and documentation.
Architect data models linking import entries to exports, bills of materials, production records, inventory movements, and sales to ensure auditability.
Manage duty, tax, fee calculations (MPF, HMF where applicable), timelines, and retroactive lookback periods; oversee reconciliation and disclosure strategies.
Prepare clients for CBP audits, exams, and desk reviews; draft technical memos, regulatory interpretations, and internal controls documentation.
Drive process automation and data extraction workflows (Alteryx/SQL/Python, Power BI/Tableau) to improve accuracy and throughput.
Go‑to‑Market & Growth
Develop duty drawback thought leadership, solution collateral, pricing models, and delivery playbooks.
Partner with industry teams to tailor sector‑specific methodologies.
Lead pursuit activities (discovery, proposal, presentation, scoping) to meet bookings, margin, and utilization targets.
Practice Building & People Leadership
Build and mentor a diverse team of customs professionals, data analysts, and project managers; set performance expectations and coach for growth.
Implement delivery standards (PMO discipline, QA/QC, documentation, knowledge management) and reusable assets for scale.
Foster a culture of ethics and compliance; reinforce CBP, BIS, OFAC awareness and escalation protocols.
Risk & Quality
Establish robust internal controls for drawback programs: data governance, segregation of duties, exception handling, version control.
Conduct pre‑filing reviews, root‑cause analysis on claim denials, and remediation plans; maintain a risk register and issue log.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and JD, CPA or U.S. Customs broker license.
10+ years in industry, professional services firm, Fortune 500 company, or major importer/exporter.
Deep technical knowledge of global customs, import/export valuation, classification, free‑trade agreements, export controls, trade sanctions, etc.
Experience that generates revenue from new and existing client base.
Travel likely required; percentage depends on location and projects.
What We Offer You
Compensation based on performance; base salary range $135,000–$308,500 (US geographic variations detailed internally).
Comprehensive medical, dental, pension, 401(k), and paid time off package.
Flexible hybrid model: 40–60% in‑person engagement, 40–60% virtual based on project and client needs.
Flexible vacation policy and EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care leaves.
Strong employee development and diversity & inclusion culture.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
EY is an equal employment opportunity employer. EY provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans. Contact 1‑800‑EY‑HELP3 for accommodations or application assistance.
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At EY, we’re committed to building a better working world through global trade advisory services. This senior manager role focuses on leading the U.S. duty drawback program, driving new client relationships, and expanding our duty drawback value proposition.
Client Delivery & Technical Leadership
Lead end‑to‑end duty drawback programs: opportunity assessment, data diagnostics, rule mapping, claim build, filings, and accelerated payment readiness.
Interpret 19 CFR Part 190 (TFTEA), including substitution standards, manufacturing drawback, unused/returned merchandise, rejected merchandise, and waste/by‑product treatment.
Design methodology for commercial interchangeability and substitution under TFTEA; establish defensible correlation across HTS classifications and documentation.
Architect data models linking import entries to exports, bills of materials, production records, inventory movements, and sales to ensure auditability.
Manage duty, tax, fee calculations (MPF, HMF where applicable), timelines, and retroactive lookback periods; oversee reconciliation and disclosure strategies.
Prepare clients for CBP audits, exams, and desk reviews; draft technical memos, regulatory interpretations, and internal controls documentation.
Drive process automation and data extraction workflows (Alteryx/SQL/Python, Power BI/Tableau) to improve accuracy and throughput.
Go‑to‑Market & Growth
Develop duty drawback thought leadership, solution collateral, pricing models, and delivery playbooks.
Partner with industry teams to tailor sector‑specific methodologies.
Lead pursuit activities (discovery, proposal, presentation, scoping) to meet bookings, margin, and utilization targets.
Practice Building & People Leadership
Build and mentor a diverse team of customs professionals, data analysts, and project managers; set performance expectations and coach for growth.
Implement delivery standards (PMO discipline, QA/QC, documentation, knowledge management) and reusable assets for scale.
Foster a culture of ethics and compliance; reinforce CBP, BIS, OFAC awareness and escalation protocols.
Risk & Quality
Establish robust internal controls for drawback programs: data governance, segregation of duties, exception handling, version control.
Conduct pre‑filing reviews, root‑cause analysis on claim denials, and remediation plans; maintain a risk register and issue log.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and JD, CPA or U.S. Customs broker license.
10+ years in industry, professional services firm, Fortune 500 company, or major importer/exporter.
Deep technical knowledge of global customs, import/export valuation, classification, free‑trade agreements, export controls, trade sanctions, etc.
Experience that generates revenue from new and existing client base.
Travel likely required; percentage depends on location and projects.
What We Offer You
Compensation based on performance; base salary range $135,000–$308,500 (US geographic variations detailed internally).
Comprehensive medical, dental, pension, 401(k), and paid time off package.
Flexible hybrid model: 40–60% in‑person engagement, 40–60% virtual based on project and client needs.
Flexible vacation policy and EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care leaves.
Strong employee development and diversity & inclusion culture.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
EY is an equal employment opportunity employer. EY provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans. Contact 1‑800‑EY‑HELP3 for accommodations or application assistance.
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