Technical Accounting Analyst

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Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables.

As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit  .

The Technical Accounting Analyst – Lease Accounting is responsible for supporting the accurate and timely accounting, reporting, forecasting, and control activities related to the company’s lease portfolio. This role applies technical accounting knowledge, particularly ASC 842, to new and amended lease agreements and partners with business and finance stakeholders to ensure appropriate accounting treatment and reliable financial reporting.

Performs a variety of accounting activities in accordance with accounting principles and standards to control the organization's financial resources and ensures that it complies with all relevant regulations, laws, and reporting requirements.

When required, the analyst capitalizes leases in SAP using the automated Worksoft template and helps ensure that lease records are accurately reflected in the company’s accounting systems.

Reconciles accounts, posts journal entries, and maintains a complete and accurate general ledger in accordance with accounting principles and reporting schedules so that the organization has a full and accurate statement of its financial position.

Collects, compiles, verifies, and analyzes financial information and prepares financial reports and accounting statements so that senior management has accurate and timely information for making financial decisions.

Reports may include profit and loss statements, balance sheets, depreciation statements, cash flow, debtor and creditor lists, repayment schedules, regulatory reports and filings.

Provides technical accounting advice within area of expertise to functional or operational areas managers to help them develop revenue and expense budgets, understand financial reports, and manage their financial responsibilities.

The analyst prepares monthly and quarterly SOX control evidence, supports control execution and documentation, and assists with addressing questions or follow-up requests related to control activities.

A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred. Relevant experience in technical accounting, lease accounting, financial reporting, or internal controls is highly desirable. Knowledge of ASC 842, SAP, SOX requirements, and lease accounting systems or processes is beneficial.

The successful candidate should have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, effective written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. The role also requires sound accounting judgment, a commitment to data accuracy, and the ability to collaborate effectively with finance, legal, procurement, real estate, and business teams.

• At least two years of experience in a related role.

Eastman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.