Cloud FinOps Consultant

Job Summary :

The Cloud FinOps Consultant is responsible for leading and optimizing the financial operations of cloud environments. This role is a key role in cloud cost management, pricing, and financial modeling . You will collaborate with Cloud Operations, Pre-Sales, and Finance teams to track cloud spending (OCI, AWS, Azure, VMware, etc.) , support pricing strategies for cloud services , and provide real-time financial insights to drive business decisions.

The Cloud FinOps Consultant will work closely with various stakeholders to align cloud financial management with business objectives and drive cost optimization initiatives.

Key Responsibilities :

Cloud Cost Management :

• Lead the development and implementation of cloud cost management strategies to optimize spending across cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Monitor, analyze, and report on cloud usage and cost trends to identify and capitalize on cost-saving opportunities.
• Create and manage detailed budgets, forecasts, and financial models for cloud expenditures.
• Establish, enforce, and refine policies for cloud resource allocation, usage, and cost controls.
• Cost Allocation & Recovery : Implement cost allocation models for cloud services and business units.

Financial Analysis and Reporting :

Collaboration and Stakeholder Management :

Optimization and Automation :

Governance and Compliance :

Qualifications :

Education and Experience :

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (CPA, CMA, CFA preferred).

5+ years of experience in financial planning, budgeting, and cloud cost analysis.

Expertise in Power BI, SQL, DAX, and financial modeling .

Experience with cloud cost management tools (OCI Cost Management, AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management, VMware vRealize).

Strong understanding of cloud pricing models, cost allocation methodologies, and FinOps best practices .

Ability to develop pricing models for cloud services and support Pre-Sales teams .

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills , with a business-driven mindset .

Technical Skills :

Soft Skills :

Certifications :