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Import and Export Deceleration Agent job at Golden Bridge Supply Chain Company - SMC Ltd
Posted by: ugashare-Volunteer
Posted date: 2025-Feb-27
Location: Kampala
Vacancy title:
Import & Export Deceleration Agent [ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Logistics , Category: Transportation & Logistics ]
Jobs at: Golden Bridge Supply Chain Company - SMC Ltd
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, March 24 2025 Duty Station:
Within Uganda , Kampala, East Africa
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, February 25 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed Similar Jobs in UgandaLearn more about Golden Bridge Supply Chain Company - SMC LtdGolden Bridge Supply Chain Company - SMC Ltd jobs in Uganda JOB DETAILS:
Location: Plot 95, Luthuli Avenue, Bugolobi, Kampala,Uganda
Join Our Team!
At GOLDEN BRIDGE SUPPLY CHAIN COMPANY - SMC LTD, we are dedicated to multimodal transport & logistics company with its head office in plot 95, Luthuli Avenue, Bugolobi, Kampala,Uganda. We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our finance team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are looking to grow your accounting career, we want to hear from you!
Job Purpose : To provide customs declaration brokerage services and ensure maintenance of production lead times in conjunction with the head customs declarations.
Key Responsibilities:
• Participates in reviewing and development of procedures and processes for clearing of imports and exports.
• Liaises with various sections in Commercial, Projects, Oil & Gas, Aid & Relief, Exports and Container Tracking sections to plan and effect goods clearance processes
• Ensure that other legal and safety requirements in respect of company’s cargo, equipment and staff are met
• Ensures safety of all staff, Cargo and Environment is NOT compromised
• Receives allocated files for accurate declaration
• Calculates the taxes i.e., customs duties, excise duties where applicable and VAT
• Prints and email the worksheet to the CRE for approval and captures entries for payment of taxes by the client
• Enters above data into the declaration form and follows up for release and advise either ICD or port authorities to load out
• Prepares and processes import/export documents and other forms on behalf of the client according to customs rules and regulation
• Prints out the customs entry for the client or his representative
• Hands over the printed customs entry to the CRE for payment of taxes and duties
• Emails released entries and presents a copy to the ICD section and the CREs for release of cargo
• Submits written requests/inquiry letters to URA Commissioners at CBC and URA Towers seeking for solutions to help in clearing of the importer’s cargo, obtains feedback of the same letters and report findings/solutions to the head of customs brokerage
• Addresses queries from both URA and clients regarding the declaration documents and entries that are processed on behalf of Fracht Uganda including post clearance audit findings.
• Supports the Bonds section to follow up customs bonds together with insurance certificates to ensure that goods are properly bonded with full documentation and retiring of the bonds upon ex warehousing or re-export
• Follows up and ensures that log-books for imported vehicles are processed and issued
Qualifications:
• A Bachelor Degree in business Administration, Transport, Procurement Supplies and Logistics Management
• A certificate in Customs Clearing and  Freight Forwarding Services
• Possession of a dangerous goods certificate from IATA
• Knowledgeable in BWIMS
• Must be familiar with WT8, ST8, T1, IM7 and IM4 documents in the customs system
• Must be able to use Ascyuda and have an ascyuda log in.
• Must be able to keep deadlines at the time
• Must have a high level of integrity and must follow the code on ethical standards
• Proficiency in using Computer applications
Experience
2-3 years’ experience in a reputable freight forwarding firm.
Personal Attributes
• High level of interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate aptitude for people management and teamwork.
• Must have effective communication skills, both written and oral
• Must have the ability to work long and irregular hoursProficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
What We Offer:
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Flexible work arrangements for a healthy work-life balance.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree Job application procedure
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