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Tax Manager

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Hybrid
Chicago, IL
107K-160K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Chicago, IL
107K-160K Annually
Senior level
Manage and support ASC 740 income tax provision and quarterly reporting, prepare and review tax journal entries and FIN48 documentation, ensure SOX 404 compliance, perform complex tax calculations (depreciation, stock compensation, R&D credits, Section 174, 163(j)), liaise with third-party tax providers on returns, research tax legislation impacts, support tax forecasting, audits, M&A tax analysis, and contribute to development of a global tax operating model.
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Team Overview

Team Overview
The role sits within TransUnion’s Global Accounting & Finance organization, specifically in the Tax function. The team is responsible for managing TransUnion’s income tax accounting, compliance, and planning across a multinational enterprise, supporting financial reporting accuracy and regulatory compliance. This role reports to Director of Tax. 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

  • Support and contribute to quarterly ASC 740 income tax provision activities, including ETR calculations, book-to-tax adjustments, and deferred tax rollforwards
  • Prepare and review journal entries, tax expense tie-outs, and supporting schedules for financial reporting
  • Manage and document FIN48 (uncertain tax positions) and support SOX 404 compliance processes
  • Partner with third-party providers to review consolidated federal tax returns (Form 1120) and supporting workpapers
  • Perform complex tax calculations including tax depreciation, amortization, stock-based compensation, R&D credits, Section 174, and 163(j)
  • Research and analyze changes in tax legislation and assess impact on the business
  • Support tax forecasting, planning initiatives, audits, and M&A-related tax analysis
  • Contribute to development of a global tax operating model integrating processes, data, and technology

Required Technical Skills

  • Hands-on experience with OneSource Tax Provision Software and OneSource Income Tax Return Software
  • Experience working with ERP systems such as PeopleSoft
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, and advanced formulas
  • Exposure to tax tools such as CCH and BNA
  • Familiarity with automation tools (Alteryx, UiPath) is preferred

Required Knowledge and Experiences

  • 5+ years of experience in income tax provision / tax accounting (ASC 740)
  • Background in public accounting or corporate tax within a multinational or public company
  • Strong understanding of accounting for income taxes and financial reporting requirements
  • Experience working in a multinational environment with cross-functional stakeholders
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or pursuing CPA strongly preferred)

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 development in:

  • CPA certification (completed or in progress)
  • Advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Experience supporting global tax transformation or process optimization initiatives
  • Exposure to tax forecasting, planning, audits, and M&A activities

Benefits that support every part of your life:

At TransUnion, we design benefits to help you feel well, do well, and plan well—from day one.

For Your Health: Enjoy day-one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus supplemental plan options. Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select plans. Choose tax‑advantaged HSA and FSA accounts to make everyday care more affordable.

For Your Protection: We’ve got your back with company‑paid basic life and AD&D, optional voluntary life and AD&D for you and your family, and short‑ and long‑term disability. You can also opt into a legal plan, pet insurance, and travel accident coverage.

For Your Family: From adoption assistance and fertility planning coverage to caregiver support, we’re here for every chapter. Access Dependent Care FSA for possibility of an employer match, a complimentary Care@Work membership, and up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave with eligibility for a thoughtful, gradual return.

For Your Future: Build toward what’s next with our 401(k) with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Tap financial wellness resources, career coaching, and optional long‑term care insurance to plan confidently.

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

For Your Wellness: Access 24/7 support including professional therapy, coaching, and emotional well‑being programs alongside guided meditation and resources that support physical, 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 [email protected].

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.

TransUnion complies with all applicable immigration laws and regulations. The Company does not presently provide employer support or sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer support or sponsorship now or in the future.

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 $106,700.00 - $160,000.00 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:

Manager II, Tax

Company:

TransUnion LLC

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