Controller - US Tariffs, Customs Duties & Supply Chain

Overview

Financial controller overseeing US tariffs, duties, and supply chain costs.

Key Responsibilities

• gl posting
• customs liaison
• tariff modeling
• compliance collaboration
• forecast integration
• variance analysis

Tasks

-Ensure accurate GL posting, accruals, and reconciliations for customs-related accounts. -Liaise with external brokers, freight forwarders, and customs consultants as needed. -Assist with internal and external audits related to customs or import accounting. -Model financial impacts of tariff changes, trade policy shifts, or sourcing decisions. -Collaborate with Customs Compliance to ensure duty payments align with declared classifications (HTS codes) and trade agreements (USMCA, etc.). -Partner with FP&A and Supply Chain teams to integrate tariff and duty assumptions into forecasts and budgets. -Partner closely with Logistics, Procurement, Tax, and Legal to evaluate tariff implications of sourcing strategies. -Support the implementation of process controls and documentation for customs-related transactions. -Support long-term planning for cost optimization and supplier diversification. -Provide financial input on supply chain optimization projects, such as vendor relocation or duty drawback initiatives. -Develop and maintain models to track and forecast tariff and customs duty costs across product lines and geographies. -Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on tariff exposure, duty spend and import cost performance. -Analyze landed cost variances, identify drivers, and provide actionable insights to supply chain and procurement teams.

Requirements

• sap
• excel
• financial modeling
• cpa
• masters
• 5+ years

What You Bring

-Ability to translate complex tariff and customs data into business insights -Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and import data systems -Experience in the manufacturing, distribution, or logistics-driven industry preferred -Up to 25% domestic travel, required -Strong financial discipline combined with operational curiosity -Master’s degree preferred -Strong knowledge of U.S. tariffs, custom duties, and Import/Export processes -Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills -Exposure to duty optimization, trade compliance tools, or global supply chain finance preferred -Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Supply Chain Management, required -CPA, CMA, or customers broker certification a plus -Advanced excel and financial modeling skills -Collaborative mindset – comfortable working across finance, operations, and compliance function -Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience in financial analysis, cost control, or trade finance

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About Hilti North America

-is a leading provider of innovative products, services, and solutions for construction professionals. -portfolio includes power tools, fastening systems, and construction software designed to increase productivity on job sites. -solutions span diverse sectors, with a strong presence in industrial, commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects. -focuses on quality, providing equipment and services for everything from building foundations to complex commercial infrastructure. -offers cutting-edge technology and a commitment to delivering long-lasting, reliable solutions to its customers. -provides consulting services, project management support, and training for construction professionals. -projects often involve large-scale builds such as skyscrapers, bridges, and commercial complexes. -remains at the forefront of the construction industry, constantly evolving its offerings to meet the demands of modern building and infrastructure challenges.

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