Business Analyst – Cloud FinOps

Job Role : – FinOps Analyst.

Job Type : Contract.

Duration : 6 months.

Work Mode : Remote.

No of hours : 8-9 hours per day(1 QTY/ 12PM to 10PM).

Role Summary

• The FinOps Analyst will play a critical role in managing and optimizing cloud financial operations, ensuring cost efficiency, and providing financial insights to support strategic decision-making.
• The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of cloud financial management, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop reports and conduct detailed financial analysis of cloud spending, identifying trends and areas for cost optimization.
• Implement cost optimization strategies to reduce cloud spend by analyzing resource utilization, right-sizing instances, and eliminating waste- .
• Work with cloud architects and engineers to design cost-effective cloud solutions.
• Identify and recommend cost-saving opportunities through reserved instances, savings plans, and other financial instruments.
• Identify opportunities for automation within PMO processes and implement solutions to reduce manual effort and improve accuracy.
• Develop and enforce financial policies and governance related to cloud usage and expenditures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including finance, IT, engineering, and business units to align cloud capacity and financial planning.
• Utilize and manage FinOps tools and platforms to monitor cloud usage and spending.

Technical Expertise.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in financial analysis, cloud financial management, or a similar role.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to handle complex data sets and produce actionable insights.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and familiarity with their cost management tools.
• Experience in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Experience with financial software and tools, such as Excel, Power BI, or Tableau.
• Knowledge of FinOps principles and practices.
• Certification in FinOps, cloud financial management, or related areas is a plus.

Business Acumen

• Experience in the energy or utilities sector is a plus.

Personal Attributes.

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities, with the skill to collaborate effectively with all organizational levels.
• Forward-thinking innovator with a strategic approach and a passion for driving technological progress.

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