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Job Title: Trade & Customs Senior Associate
Location: Atlanta, GA; Boston, MA; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Detroit, MI; Houston, TX; Los Angeles, CA; McLean, VA; Miami, FL; New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; San Francisco, CA
Company: **Members Only**
Department: Trade and Customs
Career Level: Experienced

Overview:
**Members Only** is a top tax firm with a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers employees to succeed. With access to a diverse network of specialists and cutting-edge technologies, employees have the opportunity to work with high-profile clients on complex business opportunities and challenges. KPMG also offers a range of career development opportunities, including formal training and informal mentoring. The firm believes in investing in its culture as an investment in its people and future success.

Job Description:
KPMG is seeking a Trade & Customs Senior Associate to join their team. The position involves meeting with clients in various industries to provide advice on trade compliance matters, leading and managing client projects, and supporting market development and thought leadership initiatives. The Senior Associate will also research and write advice on export compliance and assist in the management and career development of team members.

Responsibilities:
- Provide advice to clients on trade compliance matters
- Lead and manage client projects, including audits, reviews, program development, and training
- Support market development and thought leadership initiatives, such as writing articles
- Research and write advice on export compliance
- Manage and mentor team members

Additional Responsibilities for Senior Associate:
- Provide leadership and review work of associates

Qualifications:
- Minimum one year of recent direct experience in trade compliance, specifically in . Customs and Border Protection rules and regulations, . Harmonized Tariff Code, . customs valuation requirements, export compliance (. EAR and ITAR), and developing sustainable export compliance programs
- Bachelor's degree, ., . in taxation, and/or MBA from an accredited college/university
- In-depth experience with . import and export control regulations and the ability to provide practical advice and solutions for complex matters
- General export control and sanctions experience, including audits, advisory opinions, classification, and developing a trade compliance framework
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with technical skills in data and analytics preferred
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally

Additional Qualifications for Senior Associate:
- Minimum three years of recent direct experience in import and/or export compliance matters
- United States Customs Broker or CUSECO certification preferred

Salary Information:
KPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. The salary for this position is determined based on relevant factors such as skills, job responsibilities, prior experience, degrees and certifications, and market considerations. KPMG offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal well-being benefits. The firm also provides personal time off and firmwide breaks for employees. For more information on benefits, please visit the KPMG US Careers site.

**Members Only** (the . member firm of KPMG International) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. 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 federal, state, or local laws.

COVID-19 Update:
KPMG does not currently require partners or employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 in order to go to KPMG offices, client sites, or events, except when mandated by federal, state, or local law. In some circumstances, clients may also require proof of vaccination or testing.

Application Process:
KPMG recruits on a rolling basis, so candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Candidates will be considered as they apply until the position is filled.

Los Angeles County Applicants:
The job duties for this position may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with criminal history. KPMG will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.