Accounting Analyst

Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A.

Point Comfort (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Group Term Life Insurance

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401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. is seeking an Accounting Analyst to manage complex sales and use tax compliance, conduct tax research, and support audit defense.

The role requires advanced accounting knowledge and thorough attention to regulatory changes, with responsibilities spanning journal entries, general ledger analysis, and month-end close. The position emphasizes collaboration with tax advisors and internal departments to minimize liabilities, strengthen controls, and ensure

Qualifications

Experience with complex taxability analysis and regulatory monitoring.
Ability to prepare tax filings and audit support.
Detail-oriented with month-end close and reconciliations.
Strong knowledge of general accounting principles and internal controls.
Experience coordinating with external tax advisors.

Responsibilities

Manage complex sales and use tax compliance activities, including tax research and filings.
Audit defense: support state/local audits and gather documentation.
Perform GL analysis, journal entries, and month-end closing activities.
Coordinate with internal teams to resolve tax issues and optimize liability.
Conduct accounting and tax research; recommend treatment for unusual transactions.
Provide cross-functional training on tax requirements and controls.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Accounting knowledge

Regulatory research

Audit coordination

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Associate degree with 8+ years’ experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AS400 systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Company Overview For Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A.

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.

I. POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Accounting Analyst is responsible for advanced sales and use tax compliance, audit defense, tax research, and general accounting analysis. The position independently analyzes complex taxability issues, ensures accurate and timely tax reporting and filings, coordinates and supports state and local tax audits, and identifies opportunities to mitigate tax risks and appropriately minimize tax liabilities. The role also performs advanced review and certification of purchase orders and payment requests, general ledger analysis and reconciliations, journal entries, account research, and month-end closing activities, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, company policies, and authorization requirements. This position provides training and guidance on accounting and tax matters, resolves complex accounting and tax issues, and provides management with analysis and recommendations to support business decisions and strengthen financial and tax compliance and leads or participates in special accounting and tax projects as assigned.

II. MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

Sales and Use Tax Compliance, Research and Analysis

Responsible for managing complex sales and use tax compliance activities, including taxability analysis, tax research, regulatory monitoring, and accurate and timely tax filings. Evaluates the impact of changes in tax laws and regulations on company transactions and operations and maintains appropriate documentation to support tax positions.

Advanced Transaction Review and Certification

Applies advanced accounting and tax knowledge to independently review, audit, and certify purchase orders, invoices, and payment requests, including account classification and tax treatment. Ensures compliance with company authorization requirements, internal policies, operating procedures, and accounting standards.

General Ledger Analysis and Reconciliation

Performs detailed analysis and reconciliation of assigned general ledger accounts, prepares and reviews journal entries, investigates variances and unusual transactions, and supports month-end and year-end closing activities to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Tax Audit Defense and Regulatory Support

Coordinates and supports state and local sales and use tax audits by analyzing audit issues, preparing reconciliations and supporting documentation, responding to auditor inquiries, and coordinating with internal departments and external tax advisors to resolve complex audit matters and minimize financial exposure.

Accounting and Tax Research

Conducts research and analysis of complex accounting and tax matters and interprets applicable laws, regulations, accounting standards, and company policies. Provides recommendations and develops appropriate accounting or tax treatment for unusual or non-routine transactions.

Cross-Functional Training and Support

Provides training, guidance, and technical support to plant users and internal departments on accounting procedures, sales and use tax requirements, transaction taxability, documentation, and internal controls. Serves as a subject-matter resource for complex accounting and tax questions.

Process Improvement and Special Projects

Identifies opportunities to improve accounting and tax processes, systems, reporting, and workflows. Participates in or leads accounting and tax-related projects, system enhancements, audits, and other special assignments to improve efficiency, accuracy, compliance, and internal controls.

THM

Promote cleanliness and order through the implementation of the Total House Keeping Maintenance program. Emphasize Nothing Touch Ground program and No visual Pollution program. Maintain the plant in like new condition.

Iii. Qualifications

TECHNICAL JOB CRITERIA

Previous Related Experience Required A minimum of 6-10 years of related experience in Accounting, Taxation, Finance or closely related field preferred, depending on education. Knowledge of Federal and State Tax regulations is a plus.
Education High school diploma or equivalent plus a minimum of 10 years of direct job-related experience required. Bachelor’s degree with 6 years of direct job-related experience preferred. Associates degree with 8 years of direct job-related experience.

Technical Skills Required to Perform This Job

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including mathematical calculations and data analysis.
Proficient in Microsoft Word.
Skilled in using internet search engines for research and information gathering.
Advance Knowledge of sales and state tax regulations, exemption, taxability.
Strong knowledge of general accounting principles, financial reporting, account reconciliation, journal entries, and month-end closing procedures.
Experience with AS400 systems.
Highly self- motivated with a strong willingness to learn.

Other Certification/Training Required

Will require training in Company Policies and Procedures after hire.
Current employees must meet all technical and safety training requirements for current position, as specified in the Master Training Plan.

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