Inventory Controls Compliance Specialist-NOD

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 Blantons and Sazerac Rye. Additionally Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits including Fireball Southern Comfort Seagrams V.O. Myerss Goldschläger Parrot Bay 99 Brand and Platinum Vodka.

Were 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 worlds most award-winning distillery through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether youre 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 Inventory Controls Compliance Specialist in the plant lead for all government/regulatory 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.

• 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 case goods bulk inventories and making adjustments. Verify tax rates on bottled product and shipments for accuracy. Provide support during physical inventory of case goods ensure stockroom integrity and lot integrity. Maintains processing & bottling files. 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).
• 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.
• Work closely with Supervisor to improve work-related skills which will lead to improved performance and benefit my professional growth as well as the companys success. Implement a Performance Development Plan for myself that will facilitate my improvement in at least 1 competency at any given time and facilitate improving my performance against position description outcomes.
• Utilize CDS to determine training needs and identify curriculum programs and content to prepare for career opportunities within the company. Provide feedback to manager regarding on-the-job learning opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in finance Accounting or relevant field
• Excellent oral & written communication skills
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office systems and technology
• Strong attention to detail planning and organizational skills
• Demonstrate the ability to work as a team as well as self-directed
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working with external/internal auditors
• Previous experience with ERPs

PREFERRED

• Knowledge of import/export processes/regulations (FDA US Customs)
• Experience in Alcohol Beverage Industry or CPG overall
• Experience with process/receiving activities
• Experience in a compliance related field such as TTB Customs IRS auditing

Physical Requirements

• Ability to pick up and/or move objects up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to work 8 hour shift
• In-person job attendance
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to read and write
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Noise level at workstation is moderate (business office with computer printers)

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