Cloud Financial Operations/FinOps Lead

  • Richmond, VA
  • Posted 5 hours ago | Updated 5 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)
No Travel Required

Skills

Cloud Financial Operations
FinOps Lead
FP&A
cloud cost analysis/Optimization
AWS
Azure
GCP pricing model
CloudHealth
Spot
AWS Cost Explorer
Python
SQL
Resource Allocation
SaaS
Scripting
Telephone Exchange
Product Development
Optimization
Performance Management
Preventive Maintenance
Information Technology
Financial Modeling
Financial Planning
Good Clinical Practice
Dashboard
Communication
Computer Science
Cost Management
Attention To Detail
Budget
Accountability
Accounting
Amazon Web Services
Project Management
RTR
Google Cloud Platform
KPI
Leadership
Management
Microsoft Azure
Pricing
Cost-benefit Analysis
Educate
Enterprise Architecture
FOCUS
Finance
Regulatory Compliance
Analytical Skill
Analytics
COGS
Cloud Computing
Collaboration
DevOps
Reporting

Job Details

Job ID: VA-765756

Onsite/Local Cloud Financial Operations/FinOps Lead with FP&A, cloud cost analysis/Optimization, AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform pricing model, CloudHealth/Spot/AWS Cost Explorer, Python/SQL experience

Location: Richmond, VA (VDOT)
Duration: 12 Months
Interview Type: Webcam Interview Only
This position is an onsite role based in Richmond, VA at the VDOT Central Office.
Work Location: Onsite 3 days/week
Work Hours: 40 hours per week, typically Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM, flexible schedule available

Skills:
Financial Planning & Analysis Required 8 Years
Proven track record of implementing a cloud cost analytics framework by product Required 4 Years
Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Azure) and pricing models Required 4 Years
Experience with cloud cost management tools (e.g., CloudHealth, Spot, AWS Cost Explorer) Highly desired 4 Years
Bachelor s degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, or a related field Highly desired 4 Years
Basic scripting (e.g., Python, SQL) Desired 2 Years

Experience:
8+ years in a Finance/FP&A related role
3-4 years in cloud finance or cloud operations role, ideally in a SaaS or cloud-native environment.

Qualifications:
Proven track record of implementing a cloud cost analytics framework by product.
Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Azure) and pricing models.
Proficiency in financial modeling and cost analysis.
Experience with cloud cost management tools (e.g., Cloud Health, Spot, AWS Cost Explorer).
Familiarity with FinOps principles and frameworks.
Analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive problem-solver with a passion for efficiency and cost management.
Basic scripting (e.g., Python, SQL) is a plus but not required.

Education:
Bachelor s degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, or a related field.

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is seeking a FinOps Program Lead. The primary focus will be to monitor and optimize cloud usage/spend, improve cost visibility, & ensure financial alignment with business values.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is seeking a FinOps Program Lead. The primary focus will be to monitor and optimize cloud usage/spend, improve cost visibility, & ensure financial alignment with business values.
Job Description: The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has an opportunity for a FinOps Program Lead in our Information Technology Division. In this role, you will be a critical link between our Infrastructure& Operations (I&O), Project and ITD Finance, and leadership team. Your primary focus will be to monitor, manage and optimize cloud usage and spend, improve cost visibility, and ensure financial alignment with our business values.
This is a Program Lead role reporting to Enterprise Architecture
This position is an onsite role based in Richmond, VA at the VDOT Central Office.
To succeed in this role, you should have excellent time management and communication skills which are necessary to collaborate with business partners and internal teams to coordinate and track the delivery of results ahead of deadlines.
Position specific responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:
Cloud Cost Optimization.
Partner with I&O, Product and DevOps teams to monitor, analyze, and optimize cloud resource usage (e.g. Azure) by Product and Product Line Pipeline.
Identify opportunities for cost savings through right-sizing, reserved instances, and savings plans.
Establish policies for resource tagging, allocation, and spend limits to enforce cost accountability.
Financial Planning and Analysis.
Build detailed forecasts for cloud costs, incorporating growth trends, utilization metrics, and product development needs.
Collaborate with ITD Finance team align cloud spend withoverall agency budgets and strategic initiatives.
Create and maintain dashboards for tracking cloud costs against forecasts and budget.
Cross-functional Collaboration.
Work closely with product, Enterprise Architecture (EA),and engineering teams to ensure efficient resource allocation and budgeting for new features.
Provide actionable recommendations to leadership on cloud spend trends, anomalies, and risks.
Lead or support initiatives to educate stakeholders onFinOps best practices.
Design & implement Cloud Product COGS calculator to guide Pricing & Packaging decisions.
Reporting and Governance.
Implement tools and frameworks to automate cloud cost reporting and alerts.
Develop KPIs and benchmarks to track cost efficiency overtime.
Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and external regulatory requirements.

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