EY
Indirect Tax-Global Trade Operations-Senior Manager
EY, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102
Indirect Tax – Global Trade Operations – Senior Manager
Location: Anywhere in Country
Do you want an exciting international career providing global trade advisory services at one of the world’s most globally integrated professional accounting firms? We are looking for experienced manager candidates with requisite global trade knowledge and client‑facing skill set for a rapidly expanding business.
Opportunity As a Senior Manager in our Global Trade practice, you will lead the U.S. duty drawback program, focusing on its ongoing development, management, and growth. You will oversee the preparation and filing of drawback claims in strict compliance with all applicable U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and proactively develop new client relationships with executives responsible for global trade functions.
Your Key Responsibilities Client Delivery & Technical Leadership
Lead and oversee end‑to‑end drawback programs: opportunity assessments, scoping, data diagnostics, rule mapping, claim build, filings, and accelerated payment readiness.
Interpret and apply 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, specifications, and supply chain documentation.
Architect data models linking import entries (CBP/ACE) to exports (AES), bills of materials, production records, inventory movements, and sales—ensuring auditability and chain‑of‑custody.
Manage claim calculations, duty/tax/fee components (including MPF, HMF where applicable), timelines, and retroactive lookback periods; oversee reconciliation and prior disclosure strategies when appropriate.
Prepare clients for CBP audits, exams, and desk reviews; draft and review technical memos, legal/regulatory interpretations, and internal controls documentation.
Drive process automation (e.g., Alteryx/SQL/Python), dashboards (Power BI/Tableau), and ACE data extraction workflows to improve accuracy and throughput.
Go‑to‑Market & Growth
Drive the firm’s duty drawback value proposition: develop thought leadership, solution collateral, pricing models, and delivery playbooks.
Partner with industry teams (Consumer, Retail, Industrials, Automotive, Life Sciences, Technology, Chemicals) to tailor sector‑specific methodologies.
Lead pursuits: discovery, proposal writing, oral presentations, scoping, and contracting; meet or exceed 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 to enable 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, and version control.
Conduct pre‑filing reviews, root‑cause analysis on claim denials, and remediation plans; maintain a risk register and issue log.
Skills And Attributes For Success
Staying current on global trade developments and work to develop new, innovative service offerings that can deliver value to clients.
Proactively engage clients to describe and market our value‑added global trade services and deliver high‑quality project deliverables.
Successful project management experience with excellent organizational skills, strong motivation, and a positive attitude; delivering a quality work product each time.
Supervising a motivated team of professionals; supporting them in the development of skills, knowledge, and opportunities to reach their full potential.
Experience in generating revenue from new and existing client bases.
To Qualify for the Role You Must Have
Bachelor’s degree and either a JD, CPA, or a U.S. Customs broker license.
Approximately 10 or more years of related work experience in industry, a professional services firm, a Fortune 500 company, or a major importer/exporter.
Deep technical knowledge of global customs, import and export topics—valuation, classification, country of origin, free‑trade agreements, export controls, licensing, trade sanctions, etc.
Travel is likely to be required; percentage will depend on location, skill set, and individual projects.
Ideally You’ll Also Have
Experience in professional services and the ability to listen to client needs and develop a value proposition to grow new business.
Experience with CBP, BIS, OFAC, or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.
Foreign language capabilities encouraged.
What We Look For We’re interested in people who will lead client projects and appropriately delegate tasks to a qualified support team. You will manage multiple client projects and delegate work to team members across our national and global practice.
What We Offer You
Comprehensive compensation and benefits, with base salary ranges of $135,000‑$308,500 (all U.S. locations) and higher ranges for major metros. Medical, dental, pension, 401(k), and paid time off included.
Hybrid work model: most client‑serving roles work in person 40‑60% of the time.
Flexible vacation policy, EY Paid Holidays, and additional leaves of absence to support well‑being.
Are You Ready to Shape Your Future with Confidence? Apply Today. EY accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis. For those living in California, please click here for additional information.
EY focuses on high‑ethical standards and integrity and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.
EY – Building a Better Working World EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society, and the planet, building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI, and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop solutions for the most pressing issues. EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other legally protected bases. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Contact 1‑800‑EY‑HELP3 for assistance with the application process or to request an accommodation.
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Do you want an exciting international career providing global trade advisory services at one of the world’s most globally integrated professional accounting firms? We are looking for experienced manager candidates with requisite global trade knowledge and client‑facing skill set for a rapidly expanding business.
Opportunity As a Senior Manager in our Global Trade practice, you will lead the U.S. duty drawback program, focusing on its ongoing development, management, and growth. You will oversee the preparation and filing of drawback claims in strict compliance with all applicable U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and proactively develop new client relationships with executives responsible for global trade functions.
Your Key Responsibilities Client Delivery & Technical Leadership
Lead and oversee end‑to‑end drawback programs: opportunity assessments, scoping, data diagnostics, rule mapping, claim build, filings, and accelerated payment readiness.
Interpret and apply 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, specifications, and supply chain documentation.
Architect data models linking import entries (CBP/ACE) to exports (AES), bills of materials, production records, inventory movements, and sales—ensuring auditability and chain‑of‑custody.
Manage claim calculations, duty/tax/fee components (including MPF, HMF where applicable), timelines, and retroactive lookback periods; oversee reconciliation and prior disclosure strategies when appropriate.
Prepare clients for CBP audits, exams, and desk reviews; draft and review technical memos, legal/regulatory interpretations, and internal controls documentation.
Drive process automation (e.g., Alteryx/SQL/Python), dashboards (Power BI/Tableau), and ACE data extraction workflows to improve accuracy and throughput.
Go‑to‑Market & Growth
Drive the firm’s duty drawback value proposition: develop thought leadership, solution collateral, pricing models, and delivery playbooks.
Partner with industry teams (Consumer, Retail, Industrials, Automotive, Life Sciences, Technology, Chemicals) to tailor sector‑specific methodologies.
Lead pursuits: discovery, proposal writing, oral presentations, scoping, and contracting; meet or exceed 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 to enable 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, and version control.
Conduct pre‑filing reviews, root‑cause analysis on claim denials, and remediation plans; maintain a risk register and issue log.
Skills And Attributes For Success
Staying current on global trade developments and work to develop new, innovative service offerings that can deliver value to clients.
Proactively engage clients to describe and market our value‑added global trade services and deliver high‑quality project deliverables.
Successful project management experience with excellent organizational skills, strong motivation, and a positive attitude; delivering a quality work product each time.
Supervising a motivated team of professionals; supporting them in the development of skills, knowledge, and opportunities to reach their full potential.
Experience in generating revenue from new and existing client bases.
To Qualify for the Role You Must Have
Bachelor’s degree and either a JD, CPA, or a U.S. Customs broker license.
Approximately 10 or more years of related work experience in industry, a professional services firm, a Fortune 500 company, or a major importer/exporter.
Deep technical knowledge of global customs, import and export topics—valuation, classification, country of origin, free‑trade agreements, export controls, licensing, trade sanctions, etc.
Travel is likely to be required; percentage will depend on location, skill set, and individual projects.
Ideally You’ll Also Have
Experience in professional services and the ability to listen to client needs and develop a value proposition to grow new business.
Experience with CBP, BIS, OFAC, or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.
Foreign language capabilities encouraged.
What We Look For We’re interested in people who will lead client projects and appropriately delegate tasks to a qualified support team. You will manage multiple client projects and delegate work to team members across our national and global practice.
What We Offer You
Comprehensive compensation and benefits, with base salary ranges of $135,000‑$308,500 (all U.S. locations) and higher ranges for major metros. Medical, dental, pension, 401(k), and paid time off included.
Hybrid work model: most client‑serving roles work in person 40‑60% of the time.
Flexible vacation policy, EY Paid Holidays, and additional leaves of absence to support well‑being.
Are You Ready to Shape Your Future with Confidence? Apply Today. EY accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis. For those living in California, please click here for additional information.
EY focuses on high‑ethical standards and integrity and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.
EY – Building a Better Working World EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society, and the planet, building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI, and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop solutions for the most pressing issues. EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other legally protected bases. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Contact 1‑800‑EY‑HELP3 for assistance with the application process or to request an accommodation.
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