Sazerac Company · 3 days ago
Government Compliance Specialist-NOD
Sazerac Company is an independent, American family-owned company that produces and markets award-winning spirits. The Government Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance with TTB regulations and managing various compliance reports and audits, while also maintaining strong professional relationships within and outside the company.
Food and BeverageWine And Spirits
Responsibilities
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
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 company's 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
Qualification
Required
Excellent oral & written communication skills
High School diploma or GED equivalent
Strong computer skills and high comfort using technology and systems
Strong planning and organizational skills
Ability to project a professional image
Detail Oriented
Demonstrate the ability to work as a team as well as self-directed
Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time
Experience working with external/internal auditors
Successful work experience
Hands on ERP experience
Supervisory experience
Preferred
Knowledge of import/export processes/regulations (FDA, US Customs)
Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting or relevant experience
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
Company
Sazerac Company
The Sazerac Company is a privately held alcoholic beverages company.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-11-10
New Orleans CityBusiness
2025-11-04
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