Wine Compliance Associate

AWG WIne Advisors Santa Rosa, CA Apply Job Description:

Compliance Associate

AWG Wine Advisors

Santa Rosa, CA

AWG Wine Advisors an accounting & advisory CPA firm specializing in the wine industry is seeking a Compliance Associate to add to our growing compliance division.

The Compliance Associate is responsible for overseeing compliance processes and ensuring all government regulations are being met by our clients

Responsibilities:

• Handles federal and California tax reports, and out of state compliance, including TTB Monthly Report of Operations, TTB Excise Tax Reports, CA Sales & Use Tax Reports, CA Winegrower Monthly Reports, CA Sales and Use Tax Returns and out of state brand & label registrations. out of state Monthly Shipment Reporting.
  
• Navigate compliance regulations and communicate with various federal and state government agencies on behalf of clients
  
• Maintain clear and accurate operations documents/procedures
  
• Ensure client deliverables are within allotted budget and timelines
  
• Assists Senior Compliance Associate
  
• Other duties as needed

Requirements:

• An Associates' degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field preferred
  
• 1-3 years winery experience/general knowledge of the alcoholic beverage industry, particularly compliance issues
  
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  
• Superior organizational skills, detail oriented, must be able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  
• Outstanding client relationship skills and commitment to excellence

Compensation/Benefits:

• 40 hour work week
  
• Flexible work arrangements
  
• A wide selection of medical, dental and other insurance plans
  
• 401K plan with 3% employer contribution (i.

e., not a match, but a contribution from the employer)