Entity Accounting Associate
Eastman Chemical
Entity Accounting Associate
Eastman Chemical
Specialty chemicals and materials manufacturer
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 www.eastman.com.
The Entity Accounting Associate supports the accurate recording and maintenance of the company's financial transactions and accounting records. This role is responsible for preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and assisting with financial reporting activities to ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
Working closely with senior accounting team members, the analyst helps prepare financial statements, regulatory filings, and management reports while developing a strong foundation in general accounting practices and financial controls. High level of English proficiency (written and verbal) strongly desired, as the role may require communication with global stakeholders, participation in cross-functional discussions, and support of international business activities.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented early-career accounting professional who is eager to develop their accounting and financial reporting expertise. The ideal candidate is proactive, curious, committed to accuracy, and comfortable working in a collaborative and global business environment.
Key Responsibilities
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.
Specialty chemicals and materials manufacturer
Eastman Chemical Company, which brands itself as Eastman, is a global specialty materials company that develops and manufactures specialty chemicals, polymers, and cellulosic fibers. Its products include copolyesters such as Eastman Tritan and Cristal, Naia cellulosic fibers, Tetrashield protective resin systems, and recycled-content materials like Eastman PET Renew, developed with customers across roughly 13 industries including packaging, consumer goods, transportation, and textiles. A central part of its operations is molecular recycling, which converts hard-to-recycle plastic waste into feedstock for new materials at plants in Kingsport, Tennessee, Longview, Texas, and France. What sets Eastman apart is this circular-economy focus—its molecular recycling capacity and "It's the feedstock" model—paired with a broad specialty portfolio. The goal is to address challenges like climate change and plastic waste while supplying sustainable materials to industry.
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