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External Financial Reporting Manager Jobs in Naperville, IL

IFRS Reporting Manager

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

$106K - $163K/yr

Key Responsibilities External Financial Reporting * Prepare and review annual IFRS financial ... Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently in a dynamic environment. * Experience ...

Manager, Financial Reporting

Chicago, IL · On-site

$105K - $142K/yr

Partner with external and internal auditors to ensure the review and audit processes are efficient ... financial reporting areas such as cash flows Team Leadership * Manage, develop, and coach direct ...

Manager, Financial Reporting

Chicago, IL · On-site

$105K - $142K/yr

Partner with external and internal auditors to ensure the review and audit processes are efficient ... financial reporting areas such as cash flows Team Leadership * Manage, develop, and coach direct ...

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How much do external financial reporting manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for external financial reporting manager in Naperville, IL is $120,744.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $101,800.00 and $138,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between External Financial Reporting Manager vs Financial Analyst?

AspectExternal Financial Reporting ManagerFinancial Analyst
CredentialsCPA or CPA candidate often preferredBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
Work EnvironmentCorporate finance, accounting departments, external auditsFinancial planning, data analysis, investment evaluation
Employer & Industry UsagePublic companies, accounting firms, large corporationsCorporations, investment firms, banks, consulting firms

The External Financial Reporting Manager primarily focuses on preparing and ensuring compliance of external financial statements, working closely with auditors and regulatory bodies. In contrast, a Financial Analyst concentrates on analyzing financial data to support decision-making, budgeting, and forecasting. While both roles require strong accounting and financial knowledge, the Reporting Manager emphasizes external reporting standards, whereas the Analyst emphasizes internal financial analysis.

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Director, External Financial Reporting

TransUnion

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

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Team Overview

The External Financial Reporting team is responsible for TransUnion's public company reporting, SEC filings, disclosure governance, and external financial communications. The team partners closely with Accounting, FP&A, Investor Relations, Legal, Tax, and executive leadership to ensure accurate, transparent, and compliant financial reporting that supports investor confidence and regulatory requirements.
This role sits within the Corporate Accounting organization and serves as a key advisor to the CAO, Controller, and CFO on external reporting matters, disclosure requirements, and emerging accounting and regulatory developments.
This role reports to the Senior Director Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week.

Role Overview and Core Responsibilities

The Director, External Financial Reporting is responsible for leading TransUnion's SEC reporting function and ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all external financial disclosures. This role drives excellence in external reporting processes, disclosure governance, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional stakeholder alignment while serving as a primary liaison with external auditors.

  • Lead the preparation, review, and filing of SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and support for Forms 8-K and Proxy Statements.
  • Serve as the primary owner of external financial disclosures, ensuring accuracy, transparency, consistency, and compliance with SEC requirements and U.S. GAAP.
  • Manage the quarterly and annual reporting process across Accounting, FP&A, Investor Relations, Legal, Tax, and other key stakeholders.
  • Oversee XBRL tagging, financial statement tie-outs, and final filing reviews to ensure reporting quality and integrity.
  • Own and continuously enhance disclosure controls and procedures, including SOX 302 and 906 certifications and compliance activities.
  • Partner with Finance Controls, Compliance, and Risk teams to support internal control testing, remediation efforts, and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor changes in SEC regulations and accounting standards, assessing impacts and leading implementation of new disclosure requirements.
  • Provide technical accounting and reporting guidance related to SEC regulations, U.S. GAAP disclosures, and complex business transactions.
  • Lead coordination with external auditors for quarterly reviews, annual audits, and SEC reporting-related matters.
  • Drive process improvements, standardization, automation, and reporting efficiencies through technology and best practices.
  • Lead and develop external reporting team members by providing coaching, prioritization, and performance direction.

Required Knowledge and Experiences

  • 10+ years of progressive experience in public accounting, SEC reporting, and/or public company financial reporting environments.
  • Significant experience preparing and reviewing SEC filings and applying U.S. GAAP within a publicly traded company environment.
  • Strong understanding of SEC reporting requirements, including Regulation S-X, Regulation S-K, disclosure frameworks, and public company governance.
  • Experience managing disclosure controls, SOX compliance programs, and complex reporting cycles while partnering with senior executives and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA certification required due to the technical accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory responsibilities of the role.
Required Technical Skills
  • Advanced knowledge of SEC reporting requirements, financial statement preparation, and U.S. GAAP disclosure standards.
  • Experience with financial reporting platforms such as Workiva, XBRL reporting tools, and related disclosure management technologies.
  • Strong technical accounting research, documentation, and policy interpretation skills.
  • Experience supporting SOX compliance, disclosure controls, internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), and audit requirements.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial reporting analytics skills.
We're also looking for the preferred skills below. Whether you are proficient or could use some brushing up, we're happy to support your career development and growth in:
  • Big Four or national public accounting firm experience.
  • Experience supporting large accelerated filers or complex multinational public company reporting environments.
  • Exposure to process automation, reporting workflow optimization, and financial transformation initiatives.
  • Experience partnering with Investor Relations, Legal, Treasury, and executive leadership teams on external communications and disclosure strategies.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, manage competing deadlines, and influence stakeholders across a highly matrixed organization.

Benefits that support every part of your life:

At TransUnion, we design benefits to help youfeel well, do well, and plan well-from day one.

For Your Health: Enjoyday-one eligibilityfor medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus supplemental plan options. Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select plans. Choose taxadvantagedHSAandFSAaccounts to make everyday care more affordable.

For Your Protection: We've got your back withcompanypaid basic life and AD&D, optionalvoluntary life and AD&Dfor you and your family, andshort and longterm disability. You can also opt into alegal plan,pet insurance, andtravel accident coverage.

For Your Family: Fromadoption assistance and fertility planning coveragetocaregiver support, we're here for every chapter. AccessDependent Care FSA for possibility of an employer match, a complimentaryCare@Workmembership, andup to 12 weeks of paid parental leavewith eligibility for a thoughtful, gradual return.

For Your Future: Build toward what's next with our401(k) with employer matchandEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Tapfinancial wellness resources,career coaching, and optionallongterm care insuranceto plan confidently.

For You: Grow and recharge withtuition reimbursement,flexible time off for exempt employees or paid time off for nonexempt employees, up to 12 paid holidays per year, commuter benefits, employeediscounts,charitable gift matching, andpaid volunteer time off, plus corporate volunteer events that make it easy to give back.

For Your Wellness: Access24/7 supportincluding professionaltherapy,coaching, and emotional wellbeing programs alongside guided meditation and resources that supportphysical, mental, social, and financial wellness.

We are committed to being a place where diversity is not only present, it is embraced. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, TransUnion takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in all levels of employment and develops annual affirmative action plans. Components of TransUnion's Affirmative Action Program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are available for review to any associate or applicant for employment upon request by contacting ERCoE@transunion.com.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.

Adherence to Company policies, sound judgment and trustworthiness, working safely, communicating respectfully, and safeguarding business operations, confidential and proprietary information, and the Company's reputation are also essential expectations of this position.

Pay Scale Information:The U.S. base salary range for this position is $150,100.00 - $225,000.00 annually. *The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this job. At TransUnion, actual compensation is based on careful consideration of additional factors such as (but not limited to) an individual's education, training, work experience, job-related skill set, location, and industry knowledge, as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations. Regular, fulltime non-sales positions may be eligible to participate in TransUnion's annual bonus plan. Certain positions may be also eligible for long-term incentives and other payments based on applicable company guidance and plan documents.

TransUnion Overview:

At TransUnion, we encourage and are committed to creating a real, positive impact and shared sense of purpose within our Workforce for Good, which empowers our people to grow, innovate and contribute to a better future for our communities and customers. We strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver's seat of their professional development- while having access to help along the way. We recognize that success comes when our associates thrive both professionally and personally; that's why we prioritize work/life flexibility and offer resources for our teams across the globe to collaborate and drive excellence.

Be a part of our Workforce for Good - you'll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.

TransUnion's Internal Job Title:

Director, Financial Reporting

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