Analyst IT Cloud Finops
Job Summary
As a Cloud FinOps Analyst you will be responsible for monitoring analyzing and
optimizing costs across our public cloud platforms. Your role will focus on building
financial accountability within the organization by driving transparency eƯiciency and cost
optimization in cloud usage focusing primarily on GCP & AWS.
You will design implement and maintain chargeback and show back models to ensure
accurate allocation of cloud costs to business units. You will manage and optimize cloud
reservations such as Committed Use Discounts (CUDs) and Savings Plans ensuring
maximum utilization and cost savings. Additionally you will be responsible for creating and
maintaining cloud cost and utilization dashboards delivering insights to both technical and
business stakeholders.
Your responsibilities will include producing cloud cost reports managing budget alerts
and developing cloud cost forecasting models in partnership with the Finance team. You
will work closely with cloud administrators to identify opportunities for rightsizing cleaning
up unused resources and implementing cost-optimization strategies. At the same time
you will collaborate with applications and business owners to foster a culture of cost
visibility and accountability across the organization. Drive automation of cloud cost
reporting anomaly detection and governance controls.
Beyond cost monitoring you will play a critical role in setting standards policies and best
practices for eƯicient cloud usage as a part of the overall cloud governance program. This
includes working with Finance and the business to build accurate forecasts providing
ongoing reporting on performance against those forecasts and ensuring cloud
deployments follow financial and operational best practices.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelors degree in IT Management Computer Information Systems Business or
a related field.
3 years of experience in FinOps with a proven track record of managing large-scale
cloud environments and spend.
Hands-on experience working with all major public cloud providers (AWS Azure
GCP Oracle) including a strong understanding of their reservation and commitment
models.
Solid knowledge of public cloud platforms core services and underlying
infrastructure operations.
Strong knowledge of Reserved Instances Savings Plans Committed Use Discounts
and tagging strategies.
Experience with scripting and task automation to improve eƯiciency in cloud cost
management.
Familiarity with cloud cost management platforms such as Apptio Cloudability
CloudHealth or similar tools.
Proficiency in Python and data visualization tools for cost analysis reporting and
forecasting
Preferred Skills:
FinOps Certifications (e.g. FinOps Certified Practitioner or Advanced Practitioner).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for financial modeling and executive
reporting.
Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau Power BI Looker etc.
Foundational cloud certifications (e.g. AWS Cloud Practitioner GCP Associate
Cloud Engineer) to demonstrate cloud knowledge.
Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to engage eƯectively
with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
A creative analytical mindset with the ability to think outside the box and design
innovative cloud optimization solutions.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strategic thinker with attention to
detail.
Qualifications :
What Were Looking For:
- Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning embracing challenges and improving themselves.
Additional Information :
Dont meet every single requirement At Mattel we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
How We Work:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:
- We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
- We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
- We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.
Our Approach to Flexible Work:
We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth optimism and wellbeing where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.
Who We Are:
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands including Barbie Hot Wheels Fisher-Price American Girl Thomas & Friends UNO Masters of the Universe Matchbox Monster High MEGA and Polly Pocket as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys content consumer products digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the worlds leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945 Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.
Mattels award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes Fast Company Newsweek Great Place to Work TIME and more.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels ... View more