--- title: 'Tax Analyst at Braskem' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/tax-analyst-braskem-philadelphia-jrteq0ckp0r1' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-07' --- # Tax Analyst at Braskem - **Company:** Braskem - **Location:** Philadelphia, PA - **Posted:** 2026-10-26 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-07 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/braskem/jobs/8044736003 ## Job description 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](http://www.braskem.com/usa). Department: Finance Location: Philadelphia, PA Travel Involved: Less than 5% Job Type: Hybrid Description: The Tax Analyst is responsible for and provides support on processes related to direct and indirect taxes, including the preparation of tax workpapers and forms, tax memos, and tax accounting documents. The position interacts with tax consultants and is also involved in the necessary audits related to the tax environment. Key Responsibilities Include: Direct Tax - Participate in the preparation of federal and state income tax calculations and entries (monthly provisions and compliance). - Maintain tax depreciation schedules and support book-to-tax adjustments. - Support the preparation of estimated tax payments. - Process federal and state income tax payments. - Process annual extensions. - Assist with state franchise tax calculations and filings. - Prepare data requests and supporting documentation for external tax advisors responsible for tax return preparation. Indirect Tax - Perform monthly reconciliations of sales and use tax entries to identify exceptions for adjustments. - Provide support to the business regarding sales and use tax exemptions, including certificates. - Perform Superfund excise tax reconciliations and reporting. - Coordinate Canada’s GST/QST payment processing. - Monitor indirect tax accruals and prepare adjustments when necessary. Property Tax - Maintain property tax accruals and ensure proper allocation. - Assist in tracking property tax notices and payment deadlines. Information Reporting and Other Compliance - Support annual preparation and filing of Forms (1099, 1042, 720). - Assist with FBAR reporting and information gathering. - Support preparation and filing of other miscellaneous tax filings, licenses, and reports. - Prepare and process tax payments. - Monitor tax compliance calendars and filing deadlines. - Maintain organized tax documentation and records. Control Environment and Audit - Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliation of tax-related GL accounts. - Support tax audits and tax authority inquiries by gathering information and preparing responses. - Assist with maintaining tax controls and documentation. - Develop and maintain process narratives and desktop procedures. Required Skills, Education, and Experience: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Tax - 3+ years of corporate tax, public accounting, or tax consulting experience - Good knowledge of ASC 740 and U.S. federal/state income tax concepts - Experience with tax reconciliations and account analysis - Advanced Microsoft Excel skills - Analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States without the need for any type of sponsorship now or in the future Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience: - Experience supporting both direct and indirect tax functions - Experience with ERP systems such as SAP - Knowledge of sales and use tax compliance processes - Experience with OneSource or similar tax technology solutions - CPA or CPA-track candidate ## 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. ## About Braskem ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Braskem is the largest producer of thermoplastic resins in the Americas and a global leader in biopolymers, producing polyethylene, polypropylene, and PVC for diverse industrial applications. - **Entity Type**: Publicly traded (B3 Stock Exchange, ISE B3 index) - **Headquarters**: São Paulo, Brazil - **Founded**: 2002 (from the integration of six companies from the Odebrecht Organization and the Mariani Group) - **Founders**: Odebrecht Organization and Mariani Group ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Chemical and petrochemical manufacturing, with a focus on thermoplastic resins and basic chemicals. - **Target customers**: B2B – packaging, automotive, healthcare, cosmetics, textiles, agriculture, construction, electronics, and industrial users across 71 countries. - **Mission/purpose**: “We work continuously to improve people’s lives by creating sustainable solutions through chemicals and plastics.” [braskem.com/home-en] ## Products & Services - **Thermoplastic Resins**: Polyethylene (PE), Polypropylene (PP), and Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) – the core product lines, supplied to converters (third-generation transformation companies). - **Basic Chemicals**: Ethylene, propylene, butadiene, benzene, toluene, solvents, and other intermediates used internally and sold externally. - **I’m green™ Bio-based PE**: A flagship renewable product made from sugarcane ethanol (100% renewable source); sales reached an all-time record of 191 thousand tons in 2024 (23% growth over 2023). [braskem.com/profile] - **Specialties and Intermediates**: Additional chemicals and specialty polymers for specific customer needs. ## Market Standing - **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not publicly available from provided sources; as a public company, market cap fluctuates and is not quoted here. - **Key Metric**: Net Revenue of R$ 14.4 billion in 2024. [braskem.com/profile] - **Notable Investors / Partners**: Originally founded by Odebrecht (now Novonor) and Mariani Group. No specific recent investor names are listed in the search results. - **Growth Signals**: - 39 industrial units, 14 business offices, 7 innovation centers globally. - 8,000+ team members in 11 countries. - New Renewable Ethylene Plant in Thailand (FEED contract awarded to Toyo Engineering). - Renewables Innovation Center inaugurated in Lexington, Massachusetts. - Industrial Decarbonization Program estimated to reduce 1.1 million tons of CO₂e. - Served over 71 countries across five continents. [braskem.com/profile] ## Competitive Advantages - **Scale**: Largest producer of thermoplastic resins in the Americas and the leading polypropylene producer in the U.S. - **Integration**: Only integrated first- and second-generation petrochemical company in Brazil – from basic chemicals to resins, providing cost and efficiency advantages. - **Bio-based Leadership**: World leader in biopolymers (I’m green™ PE) with 100% renewable sourcing. - **Sustainability Credentials**: CDP Climate and Water A-list, Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, UN Global Compact LEAD group, and recognition for circular economy best practices. - **Global Footprint**: Industrial units and R&D centers in Brazil, U.S., Mexico, Germany, Netherlands, and Asia, enabling proximity to key markets. ## Strategic Focus - **Circular Economy**: Ambition to lead recycling in the Americas and develop the recycling supply chain. - **Carbon Neutrality**: Targeting carbon neutrality through operational eco-efficiency, decarbonization programs, and renewable feedstocks. - **Innovation & Digitization**: Investment in new technologies (e.g., SAP BTP, automation) and continuous improvement in industrial operations. - **2030 Corporate Strategy**: Emphasizes financial discipline, competitiveness, innovation, and sustainable development. [braskem.com/profile] ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: “Room for everyone” – the company emphasizes autonomy, collaboration, freedom, and diversity. People are encouraged to “be themselves” and build their own career paths. - **Diversity, Equity & Inclusion**: Formal ESG commitments with defined goals, recognition from Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index and UN Women/ILO awards. - **Work Environment**: Dynamic, inspiring, and flexible. “We want everyone to feel good here.” [braskem.com/careers] - **Development Programs**: University internships, technical internships, operation training, and Young Apprentice program for early talent. Experienced professionals can apply via Greenhouse. - **Safety**: Health and safety are “non-negotiable values” embedded in daily operations. - **Locations**: Global presence with offices in multiple countries; current openings listed on Greenhouse include roles in Pittsburgh (PA), Neal (WV), La Porte (TX), Pasadena (TX), and Philadelphia (PA) – across R&D, engineering, environmental, and IT functions. [greenhouse.io] - **Perks**: Not explicitly listed, but the emphasis on well-being, growth opportunities, and a purpose-driven mission (sustainability) are key attractors. ## Sources 1. [braskem.com](https://www.braskem.com/home-en) 2. [braskem.com/profile](https://www.braskem.com/profile) 3. [braskem.com/careers](https://www.braskem.com/careers) 4. [greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/braskem) 5. 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