Government Compliance Specialist-MBBM

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka. 

We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery” through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

Bio: The Government Compliance Administrator in the plant lead for all government compliance activities. Balances and submits 5110.28 report, payment of FET taxes semi-monthly, balance case goods and bulk inventories and make adjustments, provide audit support, ensure paperwork accuracy of processing & bottling documents and BOLs. Completes export documentation (5100.11). Work with IT to ensure reports for Government Records are accurate and facilitate improvements when needed.

• Lead all TTB and US Customs audits of MBBM as required.  Maintain all compliance matters with TTB, including: timely submission of reports such as 5110.28 (Processing Operations), payment of FET taxes (5000.24A Excise Tax Return), State Taxes, exports (5100.11), and audit support. Responsible for balancing bulk inventories. Verify tax rates on bottled product and shipments for accuracy. Provide support during physical inventory of case goods. Review/file paperwork from Processing, Bottling, and shipping.  Ensure adherence to Personal Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Environmental Policies and Practices.
• Prepare semi-monthly FET reports for submission to TTB. These must be done in an accurate and timely manner. After preparing and reviewing the FET reports for submission ensure they are distributed to TTB, customers, and the corporate office. These bi-monthly FET submissions are critical as they represent significant financial impact for the company (in the millions).  Review the product master to ensure that the proper tax rate is applied for both current items and all NBD items.  Identify exports shipments & prepare the required documents for exportation.
• Accurately prepare and submit all reports to TTB, corporate office, plant personnel, state government, and customs in a timely manner. Work with IT to ensure system reports for Government Records are accurate, reliable, and facilitate improvements or updates as necessary
• Assist TTB personnel during on site audits or general inquiries.  All government records documentation should be readily accessible and organized for auditing.  Understand TTB regulations and potential focus areas for auditors.
• Perform routine internal audits of various functions including but not limited to production, inventory and plant to ensure compliance with US Customs recordkeeping/proper transaction recording requirements. Accounts for all inventory held in our Customs Bonded Warehouse (CBW) and ensures that records support all quantities on hand. Assist with US Customs audits and compliance. Maintain up to date standard operating procedures for US Customs and record retention. Ensure adherence to Personal Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Environmental Policies and Practices.
• Develop and maintain solid professional working relationships inside and outside the company. Set a positive example and act in a manner consistent with company values.
• Provide updates on assigned tangible signs during regular PDS review session with manager. Assist in the development of additional tangible signs to improve their development.
• Actively participate in CDS by discussing career goals and aspirations  with manager.  Express any desire for needed education and /or training.

Requirements

MUST

•  Bachelor's Degree
•  Excellent oral & written communication skills
•  Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time
•  At least 21 years of age
•  Strong analytical and technical skills
•  Strong planning and organizational skills
•  Ability to project a professional image
•  Demonstrate the ability to work as a team as well as self-directed
•  Detail Oriented
•  Ability to communicate with all levels of an org
• 3 years relevant experience (minimum)

PREFERRED

•  Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting or relevant experience.
•  Knowledge of import/export processes/regulations (FDA, US Customs)
•  Ability to formulate compliance solutions acceptable to both Government Agencies and Company Plants
•  Experience in Alcohol Beverage Industry or CPG overall
• 2 years Experience in a compliance related field such as TTB, Customs, IRS, auditing