Customs Assessor

Position:

Organization: Empire Transit Plc

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Position-Customs Assessor

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Tariff Classification: Determining the correct codes for goods to ensure proper tariff application.

  • Classification & Calculation:Research and assign the correct HS Codes to items to determine the exact tariff amounts.

  • Calculate taxes and duties for review by senior staff and clients.

  • Valuation of Goods: Ensuring the correct value of goods is declared for duty and tax calculations.

  • Regulatory Knowledge: Staying updated on local and international customs laws and trade agreements.

  • Customs Authorities: Acting as a liaison between customs officials and the client to address queries or inspections.

  • Payment of Duties and Taxes Handling disputes or appeals related to customs assessments or rejections.

  • Maintaining records of customs entries, correspondences, and payments for compliance and audit purposes.

  • Addressing and resolving unexpected issues, such as missing documents, shipment delays, or customs rejections.rejection

  • Duty Calculation: Estimating customs duties, taxes, and other fees.

  • Maintain the Declaration Register by accurately recording document data into Excel and the customs system database.

  • Assist in preparing VDD (Value Declaration Document) and ensuring all paperwork is compliant with customs rules.rule

  • Timely Payment: Facilitating payments to avoid delays or penalties.

  • Customs Inspections and Clearances

  • Assisting during customs inspections and ensuring proper documentation is available.

  • Documentation & Data Entry: Collect documents from the documentation team and perform preliminary checks for missing information.

  • Help prepare "true set" documentation for final submission.

  • Operational Support: Follow up on transit permits once client approval is received.Support branch officers with pending issues or final declarations.

  • Work closely with the documentation department to deliver completed files timely.

  • Compliance & Learning: Adhere strictly to internal regulatory rules, SOPs, and work procedures.

  • Stay updated on changes to customs regulations, tax laws, and valuation updates.

  • Participate in training sessions provided by Senior Assessors to improve technical skills.

Job Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Education: Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, or a related field.

Skills and Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of customs regulations and trade laws.

  • Attention to detail for error-free documentation.

  • Communication and negotiation skills.

  • Familiarity with customs software and systems.

  • Their role ensures that goods move efficiently across borders, reducing delays and avoiding legal or financial penalties

  • Strong organizational and time management skills.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

  • High attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong knowledge of international trade, customs regulations, and logistics processes.

  • Proficiency in handling shipping documents and compliance paperwork.

  • Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in customs system declaration and HS classification

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates can apply using the email: empiretransitplc@gmail.com

Job Requirements Education Background in a related field of study with relevant work experience Duties and Responsibilities: - Tariff Classification: Determining the correct codes for goods to ensure proper tariff application. - Classification & Calculation: Research and assign the correct HS Codes to items to determine the exact tariff amounts. - Calculate taxes and duties for review by senior staff and clients. How to Apply Submit your application, updated CV and supporting credentials via email: empiretransitplc@gmail.com

Deadline: Feb 3, 2026, 12:00 AM

Location: , Addis Ababa

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