(100% REMOTE) Financial Analyst Job Description Manage and optimize the financial aspects of cloud operations, ensuring alignment with budgetary constraints and business objectives. Responsibilities + Participate in cloud architectural reviews to provide financial insights and prepare accurate cost estimates for cloud resources. + Develop and deliver comprehensive monthly financial reports, detailing cloud expenditure, usage trends, and cost optimization opportunities. + Design and implement chargeback models to allocate cloud costs to appropriate business units, ensuring transparency and accountability. + Create detailed fiscal year financial projections for cloud spending and maintain burndown charts to track budget utilization and forecast future needs. + Identify opportunities for cost savings, recommend optimization strategies, and collaborate with engineering teams to implement cost-effective solutions. + Conduct in-depth financial analysis of cloud spending patterns, providing insights to support strategic decision-making. + Work closely with finance, IT, and engineering teams to align cloud financial strategies with organizational goals. + Ensure compliance with financial policies, cloud governance frameworks, and industry best practices. + Leverage cloud cost management tools (e.g., AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management, Google Cloud Billing) to monitor, analyze, and report on cloud expenditures. Essential Skills + BS/BA with 8 years of experience in financial analysis, with at least 3 years focused on cloud cost management, or equivalent education and experience. + Proven experience in preparing cost estimates for cloud resources and participating in architectural reviews. + Demonstrated ability to create chargeback models and fiscal year projections. + Proficiency with cloud cost management tools (e.g., AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management, Google Cloud Billing). + Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their pricing models. + Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial modeling tools. + Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) for reporting purposes. + Exceptional ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information to technical and non-technical stakeholders. + Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work cross-functionally with finance, IT, and engineering teams. + High level of accuracy in financial reporting and forecasting. + Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with FinOps practices and certifications (e.g., FinOps Certified Practitioner). + Knowledge of cloud governance frameworks and compliance standards. + Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for automating cost analysis tasks. + Experience in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. Work Environment Remote Catherine Sullivan View my availability here: Book a MeetingPay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $68.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.