Accounting Policies Manager

Eastman•Kingsport, TN

About The Position

The Accounting Policies Manager at Eastman serves as a divisional technical and process expert and a key leader in establishing, maintaining, and applying accounting policies across our manufacturing and functional organizations. This role blends deep technical accounting, consolidated reporting, process optimization, and cross-functional leadership to ensure accurate, timely, and insightful financial reporting and compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or other related degree
5+ years of progressive accounting experience with significant exposure to technical accounting
Demonstrated knowledge of US GAAP
Excel, Word, Power Point, and Teams skills

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (MBA or MAcc)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Big Four or large corporate accounting experience
Experience with disclosure management tools (Workiva/Wdesk) and ERP systems (SAP)
Excellent written and verbal communication; able to explain technical accounting concepts to non technical stakeholders and all levels of management
Ability to navigate ambiguity and operate effectively in complex, non-standard situations
Proven project management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
Collaborative team player who builds trust based relationships across finance and business partners
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; applies sound judgment to evaluate practical solutions
Thrives under pressure and adapts quickly to changing priorities
Works independently with minimal guidance and demonstrates strong ownership and accountability
Highly self motivated and results oriented
Presents alternative viewpoints clearly while fostering consensus

Responsibilities

Serve as a key resource and subject matter expert to accounting policy owners by supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of accounting policies and technical accounting memos; provide guidance to ensure policies remain current with ASC, SEC, and other relevant pronouncements.
Interpret new accounting standards and coordinate cross functional implementation plans (impact analysis, process changes, systems, controls, and disclosures).
Provide day to day technical accounting advice to key stakeholders
Lead accounting research and prepare technical accounting memos with clear conclusions and documented rationale for significant or non-routine transactions (e.g., M&A, divestitures, revenue contracts, leases, financial instruments).
Support quarterly and annual external financial reporting and SEC filings, including preparation and review of disclosures and schedules for compliance with GAAP and disclosure requirements.
Execute and maintain documentation for key SOX controls.
Develop and deliver targeted training for Finance and business stakeholders to ensure consistent policy application across the organization.
Drive improvements to accounting processes and systems
Maintain strong relationship with external auditors on technical accounting matters and support audit requests.
Coach, mentor, and serve as a technical resource for other accounting team members