What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst position at Eastman?
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 .
Responsibilities
The Corporate Analyst provides timely, accurate financial and operational analysis to support strategic decision-making across the company. Reporting to finance leadership, this role turns data into clear insights—supporting, forecasting, performance reporting, and cross functional initiatives that improve profitability, cash flow, and operational efficiency.
Key Job Duties
Consolidate enterprise forecasts and prepare scenario and sensitivity analyses to support strategic decisions. Prepare monthly/quarterly financial reports, including CEO conference call prep and Board of Directors materials. Explain variances vs. forecast and prior periods. Ad hoc analysis for revenue, margins, and cost. Maintain data integrity in financial systems and models. Use tools such as Excel (advanced), BPC, and BI platforms (Power BI) to source and visualize data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather input and align forecasts. Identify and implement process improvements, standardization, and automation opportunities. Support internal controls and compliance related to financial reporting. Prepare concise slide decks and present findings to finance leadership and business stakeholders. Communicate complex analysis in plain language, with clear recommendations.
Expectations (Performance & Behavior)
Deliver analyses and reports on schedule with high accuracy and attention to detail.
Go beyond numbers—identify root causes, implications, and actionable recommendations.
Anticipate information needs, flag risks early, and propose solutions without waiting for direction.
Work constructively with cross-functional partners; build trust through responsiveness and clarity.
Present findings clearly—tailor the level of detail to the audience; support recommendations with data.
Protect confidential information, own end-to-end deliverables, and follow established controls.
Seek ways to streamline reporting, improve models, and increase automation.
Qualifications
Eastman is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.
Responsibilities
The Corporate Analyst provides timely, accurate financial and operational analysis to support strategic decision-making across the company. Reporting to finance leadership, this role turns data into clear insights—supporting, forecasting, performance reporting, and cross functional initiatives that improve profitability, cash flow, and operational efficiency.
Key Job Duties
Consolidate enterprise forecasts and prepare scenario and sensitivity analyses to support strategic decisions. Prepare monthly/quarterly financial reports, including CEO conference call prep and Board of Directors materials. Explain variances vs. forecast and prior periods. Ad hoc analysis for revenue, margins, and cost. Maintain data integrity in financial systems and models. Use tools such as Excel (advanced), BPC, and BI platforms (Power BI) to source and visualize data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather input and align forecasts. Identify and implement process improvements, standardization, and automation opportunities. Support internal controls and compliance related to financial reporting. Prepare concise slide decks and present findings to finance leadership and business stakeholders. Communicate complex analysis in plain language, with clear recommendations.
Expectations (Performance & Behavior)
Deliver analyses and reports on schedule with high accuracy and attention to detail.
Go beyond numbers—identify root causes, implications, and actionable recommendations.
Anticipate information needs, flag risks early, and propose solutions without waiting for direction.
Work constructively with cross-functional partners; build trust through responsiveness and clarity.
Present findings clearly—tailor the level of detail to the audience; support recommendations with data.
Protect confidential information, own end-to-end deliverables, and follow established controls.
Seek ways to streamline reporting, improve models, and increase automation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or related field required. MBA or Master's in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field preferred
- 3 years of experience in corporate finance, FP&A, or business analysis (adjust by level)
- Strong quantitative skills, advanced Excel
- Solid presentation skills and comfort interacting with senior stakeholders.
- Attention to detail, critical thinking, and ability to manage competing priorities
Eastman is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.