Government Compliance Analyst

at Diageo in Plainfield, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Job Description :

Context:

Diageo’s Plainfield, IL site is a complex plant that operates as a Distilled Spirits plant (DSP) and a Brewery and is key to Diageo’s North American supply strategy! Plainfield pays approximately $500M/year in federal excise taxes due to the U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB). This function plays a key role in the delivery of North America’s supply strategy.

Purpose:

+ Ensure site compliance with Title 27 of the Code of Federal Regulations (Part 19 and 25) as a DSP, Brewery and Winery during the activities of production and shipment.

+ Prepare and file federal and state excise tax payments and reports of processing operations, production, storage for spirits, as well as Brewer’s report of operations, malt and wine based beverages.

+ Review tax liability and drawback balances and reconcile monthly with payments and drawback claims for the site.

+ Manage destructions, exports and all processes related with the compliance of regulations of the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB)

Management Responsibility:

This role is based in Plainfield, IL reporting to the Government Compliance Manager and works with Plant Management to ensure compliance with all regulations. The role also works closely with Finance business partners to reconcile financial accounts. The role partners with another Analyst to file monthly reporting accurately and timely with the TTB. Additionally, this role will interact with the Plainfield Manufacturing and Finance team with regard to inventory adjustments and other taxable items. There are no direct reports to this role.

Complexity of Role

+ Site expert on the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 27, Parts 19, 24 and 25 and other related Parts.

+ Regulatory compliance (state and federal) and control.

+ Timeliness, quality and accuracy of tax payments and all reports.

+ Subject Matter Expert, supporting projects and sites to deliver desired objectives.

+ Support Audit Ready rollout.

+ Lead audits of production and shipping records and tax payments by TTB as the need arises.

+ Interact with plant management/staff, government officials, as well as Regulatory Team, Liquid Developers, Corporate Legal, 3rd party warehouses.

+ Minimal travel (3-4 weeks/annually) will be required during other site audits, corporate training or other required events.

Key Outputs:

+ Prepare and file federal tax payments/returns and monthly state tax payments/returns accurately and timely. Prepare and file monthly federal reports accurately and timely.

+ Assist finance in monthly tax and drawback account reconciliations.

+ Maintain tax-paid export drawback balances of less than 180 days and ensure exports have acceptable proof of export.

+ Prepare for government audits and assist other sites in preparation for and during government audits. Provide assistance to internal and external auditors.

+ Participate in annual internal risk audits.

+ Interpret federal and state excise tax regulation and identify risk pertaining to non-compliance.

+ Establish standards and share standard methodologies across sites. Build site capabilities through training of key plant personnel to align with regulations. Provide technical support to the site and 3rd Party Warehouses on compliance with regulations. Assure compliance with all regulations through monthly self-assurance audits.

+ Maintain engagement and involvement in plant/corporate activities and events. Continuously challenge ways of working.

+ Other duties as required.

Experience and Skills

+ Business, finance/accounting or equivalent college degree or operational background.

+ Exposure to supply chain activities is helpful.

+ Accounting experience in a manufacturing environment is helpful but not required.

+ Knowledge of Code of Federal Regulations (Title 27) considered a plus.

+ Strong SAP background with proficiency in computer skills. Must be strong with MS Excel and Word.

+ Ability to effectively communicate at all levels , both verbal and written, with internal partners, external government agencies, and 3rd Party vendors and customers.

+ Ability to balance priorities.

+ Must be detail oriented.

+ Self-starter with an ability to work independently.

More About Us:

From Arthur Guinness to Johnnie Walker, our business was founded on people of great character and in 250 years, nothing’s changed. We’re the world’s leading premium alcohol company. Our brands are industry icons. And our success is thanks to the strength of our people, in every role. It’s why we trust them with our legacy. And it’s why we reward them with the career-defining opportunities that they deserve!

Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected Consumer Products Company in the world. To achieve these, we need the world’s very best people. We’re looking for people with creativity, boldness and a sense of purpose to take Diageo and our timeless, pioneering brands to the next level.

Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for you.

Worker Type :

Regular

Primary Location:

Plainfield Tech Centre

Additional Locations :

Job Posting Start Date :

2024-07-11

Salary Range:

Minimum Salary:

$63788

Maximum Salary:

$106313

At Diageo certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including annual incentive payment and stock awards. US-based employees are eligible for healthcare benefits, retirement benefits , short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, wellness benefits and industry leading parental leave, among others. (Benefits/perks listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Diageo and the country where you work.) The salary range displayed is the salary range for the role’s primary location.

With over 200 brands sold in more than 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. Every day, over 30,000 talented people come together at Diageo to create the magic behind our much-loved brands. From iconic names to innovative newcomers – the brands we’re building are rooted in culture and local communities. Our ambition is to be one of the best performing, most trusted and most respected consumer products companies in the world.

Our founders, such as Arthur Guinness, John Walker, and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose brilliant minds helped shape the alcohol industry. And through our people, their legacy lives on. Join us, and you’ll collaborate with talented people from all corners of the world. Together, you’ll innovate and push boundaries, shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future that we can all be proud of.

With diversity at our core, we celebrate our people’s unique passions, commitments and specialist skills. Because when varied voices, mindsets, and personalities come together, great ideas are born. In our supportive culture, your voice will be heard and you’ll be empowered to be you. Just bring your ambition, curiosity and ideas, and we’ll celebrate your work and help you reach your fullest potential.

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