Senior Tax Specialist

With a strategy centered on people and sustainability, Braskem is engaged in contributing to the value chain to strengthen the Circular Economy. Braskem’s 9,000 team members dedicate themselves every day to improving people's lives through sustainable solutions in chemicals and plastics. With its corporate DNA rooted in innovation, Braskem offers a comprehensive portfolio of plastic resins and chemical products for diverse industries, such as food packaging, construction, manufacturing, automotive, agribusiness, health and hygiene, and more. With 40 industrial units in Brazil, the United States, Mexico, and Germany, Braskem exports its products to clients in over 70 countries.

Braskem America is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Braskem S.A. headquartered in Philadelphia. The company is the leading producer of polypropylene in the United States, with six production plants located in Texas, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, as well as an Innovation and Technology Center in Pittsburgh and a New Renewable Innovation Center in Lexington, which focuses on leveraging groundbreaking developments in biotechnology and chemical catalysis. For more information, visit www.braskem.com/usa.

Department: Finance

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Travel Involved: 0-5%

Job Type: Full Time, Hybrid

Description:

The Senior Tax Specialist is a key member of the Finance organization with responsibility for a broad range of direct and indirect tax matters, including tax compliance, tax accounting, audits, and transfer pricing.

The Senior Tax Specialist also provides technical guidance, contributes to the development of junior tax staff, and collaborates closely with internal stakeholders, external advisors and auditors, and global tax peers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tax Accounting & Reporting (Income Tax)

• Prepare quarterly and annual income tax provision calculations in accordance with ASC 740 – Income Tax.

• Calculate and document reserves for uncertain tax positions.

• Perform month-end reconciliations of tax-related general ledger accounts.

• Prepare book-to-tax adjustments (e.g., depreciation, compensation adjustments, Sec. 163(j), UNICAP, FDII, Sec. 174).

• Calculate and reconcile state apportionment.

• Prepare annual provision-to-return adjustments.

• Determine estimated tax payment and extension requirements and perform first-level reviews.

• Support both internal and external auditors on income tax matters.

• Income Tax Compliance (Federal, State & Local)

• Manage U.S. federal, state, and local tax filings, including coordination with co-sourced providers.

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and submission of all required tax returns.

• Resolve all tax notices and maintain compliance documentation.

• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes that may impact tax positions or reporting.

• Indirect Tax Management

• Manage U.S. and Canadian indirect tax compliance, including sales/use tax, property tax, franchise tax, superfund tax, and U.S. federal excise taxes (preferred).

• Manage indirect tax audits and respond to auditor requests.

• Maintain accurate indirect tax records and ensure compliance with jurisdictional requirements.

• Transfer Pricing & Cross-Border Support

• Monitor transfer pricing policies and ensure timely preparation and maintenance of required documentation.

• Support cross-border intercompany transactions and liaise with foreign related parties on global tax matters.

• Assist with implementing transfer pricing adjustments and related accounting entries.

• Audit & Compliance

• Support audits for both direct and indirect taxes, ensuring timely responses and supporting documentation.

• Engage effectively with external tax advisors and auditors.

• Maintain SOX-compliant tax processes, controls, and documentation.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

• 8+ years of relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong knowledge of ASC 740 and U.S. federal/state income tax concepts.

• Solid understanding of indirect tax concepts, including U.S. sales/use tax and Canadian GST/HST.

• Strong accounting fundamentals and analytical skills.

• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment with competing priorities.

• Experience working with auditors and cross-functional teams.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• CPA and/or MST.

• Strong experience with major ERP systems

• Experience with fixed asset ledger reconciliation.

What we offer

At Braskem, we offer more than just a competitive pay package. Our total rewards package includes a wide range of benefits you need for every stage of your life. Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

• Retirement Benefits

• Maternity and Paternity Leave

• Life Insurance

• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Teladoc

• A wide range of voluntary benefits like Pet Insurance, Legal and ID Theft Insurance

• Flexible work schedules like 9/80 schedules for eligible team members

Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.

Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States without the need for any type of sponsorship now or in the future. Braskem is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees according to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team.