Corporate Tax Accountant

Founded in 1978, Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. (Formosa Plastics) is a growing, vertically-integrated supplier of plastic resins and petrochemicals. With annual revenues of more than $5 billion, we employ over 2,800 people who operate 20 production units in six business divisions - Olefins, Polyolefins, Vinyl, Specialty Polyvinyl Chloride, Chlor-Alkali, and Oil & Gas. Formosa Plastics offers a full line of polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene and polypropylene resins, caustic soda and other petrochemicals that deliver the consistency, performance and quality that customers demand.

We market our polypropylene and polyethylene resins under the Formolene® tradename; we market our suspension PVC and specialty (dispersion) PVC resins under the Formolon® tradename. We also produce and sell caustic soda, ethylene dichloride, commercial bleach and hydrochloric acid. We are committed to supplying the highest quality products and services to our customers, providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees and contributing to the quality of life in the communities where we operate.

This commitment is made possible through our dedicated people, consistent products, continued protection of the environment and ongoing investments in new product development, quality control systems and safe, modern and energy-efficient production facilities. Formosa Plastics is a privately held company headquartered in Livingston, New Jersey. Our core business, producing plastic resins and petrochemicals, takes place at three wholly-owned chemical manufacturing subsidiaries located in Delaware City, Delaware, Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Point Comfort, Texas.

The Tax Accountant II supports the Company’s Federal, State, and international tax compliance and reporting obligations for assigned entities. The position applies tax laws and regulations, exercises judgment in evaluating tax treatment and filing positions, and analyzes the impact of business activities on tax liabilities and planning opportunities. This role is accountable for accurate and timely tax filings, payments, provisions, and information reporting;

provides management with clear tax analysis and recommendations; and coordinates responses and supporting documentation for IRS and State audits. Through these responsibilities, the position helps maintain regulatory compliance, support reliable financial reporting, and manage the Company’s tax risk and overall tax obligations.

• Own the accurate and timely preparation and filing of Federal corporate and partnership income tax returns and State income and franchise tax returns for assigned entities across multiple jurisdictions. Exercise independent judgment in applying tax law, resolving technical and e-filing issues, and determining appropriate filing positions to achieve full and timely compliance.
• Evaluate the tax consequences of Company business activities and transactions by reviewing financial records and consulting with Accounting and managers. Determine appropriate tax treatment, apportionment, and allocation positions, and ensure reliable plant data supports defensible Federal and State filings.
• Lead assigned Federal and State tax audit and notice responses by determining the information and support required, coordinating documentation across Accounting and plant sites, and explaining Company activities and transactions to taxing authorities. Exercise judgment in resolving discrepancies and supporting positions that minimize adjustments, penalties, and business disruption.
• Ensure accurate and timely annual income tax provisions, true-ups, and financial statement disclosures in accordance with FAS 109 and FIN 48. Independently assess supporting…