Customs Administrator

Up to £32k per annum

Location: Corby

Full time, permanent

ENB are working with a Corby based client who are looking for a Customs and Finance Administrator to join their team on a full time, permanent basis.

As the Customs Administrator, your role will be to support all customs compliance and financial administration activities ensuring the accurate preparation of documentation, for both import and export activity and processing the financial transactions relating to duties, taxes, and invoicing.

Alongside customs, this person will also form part of the finance team with processing and reconciling supplier invoices and accounts.

Full training will be given.

What will I be doing day to day?

• Preparing, reviewing, and maintaining all import and export documentation, including commercial invoicing, packing lists, and customs declarations
• Liaise with freight forwarders, customs brokers, couriers, and dispatch teams to ensure the efficient clearance and delivery of goods
• Ensure ongoing compliance with customs legislation, tariff classifications and country-specific trade requirements
• Managing and maintaining all evidence required to support Rules of Origin claims on imports, ensuring documentation is accurate, complete, and audit ready
• Prepare clear and concise instructions for freight forwarders, customs agents, and logistics partners, resolving queries efficiently to prevent delays or compliance issues
• Monitor, reconcile, and report customs duties, import VAT, and associated charges
• Assist with the classification of goods (HS codes) and customs valuation in line with regulatory requirements
• Stay up to date with changes in international trade legislation, tariffs, and customs requirements, proactively adapting processes to ensure continued compliance

Finance & Administration duties

• Process and reconcile supplier invoices using bespoke financial systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal procedures
• Raise customer invoices on a daily basis, checking for accuracy and ensuring orders are approved in line with agreed credit limits and that accounts are not overdue
• Support month-end processes, including reconciliations related to customs and logistics costs
• Maintain accurate financial records and appropriate supporting documentation
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and company financial policies
• Reconcile the Duty Deferment account

What skills & experience do I need?

• Previous experience in customs administration, import/export operations, or finance administration
• Sound understanding of customs procedures and documentation
• Strong numerical, analytical, and reconciliation skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft SharePoint, and financial systems
• Proven problem-solving capability, with the ability to resolve customs clearance issues, shipment delays, and trade compliance challenges efficiently
• Experience working with freight forwarders or customs brokers