Government Compliance Specialist-MBBM

Sazerac Company•Louisville, KY

About The Position

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

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)

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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
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
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
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