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Sazerac Company · 2 weeks ago

Government Compliance Specialist

Louisville, KY

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

Sazerac Company is an independent, American family-owned company with a rich history in producing award-winning spirits. The Government Compliance Specialist will be responsible for managing inventory in the Bonded Case Goods Warehouse, ensuring compliance with US customs regulations, and preparing necessary documentation for imports and exports. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to maintain accurate records while promoting continuous learning and professional development.

Food and BeverageWine And Spirits

Responsibilities

Receives documents on all imports and reviews for accuracy. Distributes these documents to applicable departments/personnel such as Processing, Traffic, and Customs Broker. Prepares paperwork for both imported bulk and case goods shipments. Works with Customs Broker and US Customs personnel on a daily basis to get permission to unload containers. Perform all duties related to Customs entries including broker billings, closings, liquidations, records retention, etc. Work with DDG customers and Distillery to coordinate daily pick ups of DDG. Prepare BOL's and invoices for DDG sales. Prepare reports on grain receipts and shipments

Prepares documents for Duty payments to US Customs on imports. These payments are semi-monthly. Receives and reconciles form 7501 from Broker which details the amount of duty owed for each withdrawal. If discrepancies are found, work with Broker to resolve and ensure duties are paid correctly within the tax period. Prepare wire transfers for imports on Gonzalez tequila and Monte Alban Mezcal

Engage in and promote continuous learning to stay current with federal excise and customs tax regulations by attending seminars and training offered by the agencies or other organizations. Provide training for employees who back up this position

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

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

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

Develop and continuously sharpen a career development plan. Identify and focus on areas or skills needed to advance career with that plan

Qualification

Import/export regulationsAnalytical skillsAuditorsComputer skillsDetail orientedPlanningHandle multiple tasksExperience in Alcohol Beverage IndustryBachelor's Degree in FinanceCommunication skillsOrganizational skills