Cloud FinOps Consultant

Responsibilities

• Design and build cloud FinOps reporting frameworks that satisfy client business needs aligned to tagging and naming strategies.
• Analyze client cloud cost and usage data to generate optimization opportunities and measure and report results, both identified and realized.
• Publish regular FinOps activity reports and conduct monthly/quarterly business reviews with clients on results and opportunities.
• Research, document and implement technical and business enhancements to Trace3’s FinOps service offering and operations with the goal of continually improving customer success.
• Formalize internal procedures and collateral for existing and new offerings.
• Support internal resources and prospects in the pre-sales cycle.
• Continuously analyze both internal and client-facing processes for opportunities to better scale as the business grows.
• Participate in tactical and strategic departmental planning to support future growth and team success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to design and build FinOps reporting frameworks aligned to business and technical requirements.

Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Ability to effectively interact with customer business, finance and technical teams
• Ability to efficiently manage and prioritize multiple projects and associated tasks
• Cloud FinOps Practitioner certification
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 offerings and licensing options
• Familiarity with Google Workspaces (aka GSuite)

JOB SUMMARY

The Cloud FinOps Consultant is a client-facing role responsible for participating in FinOps implementation projects and managing successful ongoing customer engagement. This person will guide customers in optimizing their cloud consumption with both financial and technical expertise. In addition, this cross-functional role encompasses internal duties such as employee training, service enhancement, and improving upon operational excellence.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Thought Leadership and Industry Best Practices

• Maintain FinOps Practitioner certification and a strong understanding of current and future FinOps frameworks and best practices.
• Learn and maintain key knowledge of AWS, Azure, GCP, Microsoft CSP, and Google Workspace service offerings and savings vehicles.
• Align Trace3 FinOps solutions within these frameworks and best practices, working cross-functionally with engineering, business, and consulting teams.

Service Delivery

• Onboard cloud customers to the appropriate cost management systems and ensure appropriate setup on recurring billing according to contractual specifics.
• Field and answer cloud customer questions about their billing and overall account within contractual SLAs.
• Execute FinOps consulting engagements according to specified customer requirements, ensuring on-time delivery of documentation and collateral.
• Transition consulting engagements into appropriate ongoing services to ensure seamless cloud governance.
• Foster strong and lasting relationships with key stakeholders and decision makers in the client’s organization to maximize customer success.
• Lead and present in client-facing scenarios with executive audiences, on-site and virtual.

Process Improvement

Analyze new cloud provider and third-party tooling options to help in the optimization and automation of internal processes.

Sales Enablement

• Contribute to the development of new and innovative FinOps consulting services.
• Build a community and following around Trace3’s company solutions and brand awareness.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of three years of experience in cloud billing, sales support, operations, managed services, or finance.
• Experience onboarding clients to cloud billing, cost management, or FinOps tooling.
• Experience leading client facing presentations.
• Familiarity with cloud concepts for AWS, Azure and/or GCP

Knowledge and experience with FinOps concepts and strategies

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base salary.

Estimated Pay Range

• $85,000
• $100,000 USD

The Perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability

Training and development programs

• Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages
• Collaborative and cool culture
• Work-life balance and generous paid time off

Our Commitment

At the core of Trace3's DNA is our people. We are a diverse group of talented individuals who understand the importance of teamwork and demonstrating leadership, character, and passion in all that we do.

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to grow. We recognize that embracing diversity drives innovation, improves outcomes, fosters collaboration, boosts teammate satisfaction, and builds a more inclusive culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Trace3 bases all employment decisions based on individual qualifications, merit, and business requirements. We do not engage in discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Any demographic information provided is strictly voluntary, kept confidential in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations, and will not be used in employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, or mentorship programs. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.

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