FinOps, Senior Manager Consultant
Technology Modernization
COGNIZANT CONSULTING
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant, a member of the NASDAQ-100, is ranked 195 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.
Within Cognizant is Cognizant Consulting, a global consulting organization delivering strategic and domain consulting through industry and technology expertise. With over 6,000 consultants worldwide, Cognizant offers high-value consulting services that improve business performance and operational productivity, lower operational expenses and enhance overall performance. Clients draw upon our deep industry expertise, program and change management capabilities, and analytical objectivity to help improve business productivity, drive technology-enabled business transformation and increase shareholder value. We provide a number of Business/IT Consulting Services including Business Strategy, IT Strategy & Roadmap Development, Process Re-Engineering & Transformation, Enterprise Architecture & Technology Selection, and Domain Solutions. The Cognizant Consulting team is a high performing organization that is continually expanding our client base and is increasingly being recommended by analysts such as Forrester and Gartner. And we’re growing!
THE ROLE
We are seeking a talented and experienced FinOps, Senior Manager Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in finance operations and cloud computing with a focus on optimizing costs and improving financial efficiency within cloud environments. As a FinOps, Senior Manager Consultant you will work closely with clients to analyze their cloud spending identify areas for optimization and implement strategies to achieve cost savings while maintaining operational excellence.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' cloud spending patterns and cost structures.
• Develop and implement FinOps strategies to optimize cloud spending, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost allocation methodologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Analyze billing data and usage metrics to identify trends, anomalies, and areas for optimization.
• Provide recommendations and guidance to clients on best practices for cost management and optimization.
• Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts to track cloud spending and cost-saving initiatives.
• Work with cloud service providers to leverage cost management tools and negotiate favorable pricing agreements.
• Provide training and support to client teams on FinOps principles and best practices.
• Stay current on industry trends, tools, and technologies related to cloud cost management and FinOps practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance FinOps processes and methodologies.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degree or certification (e.g., MBA, CPA, CFA) is a plus.
• Proven experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and cost management, preferably in a cloud computing environment.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, including their pricing models and services.
• Experience with FinOps frameworks and methodologies, such as the Cloud Financial Management Framework (CFMF) or the FinOps Foundation's Six Core Principles.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques, with experience using tools like Excel, SQL, or cloud-native analytics platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically about complex financial and operational challenges.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a passion for driving results and delivering value to clients.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience working in a consulting or advisory role is preferred
FinOps Certifications:
• FinOps certification (e.g. FinOps Certified Practitioner – FOCP) or comparable a plus
• Candidates will be required to certify in FinOps related certifications and badges within a reasonable time after hiring.
WORK AUTHORIZATION
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship (H-1B, L-1B, L-1A, etc.)
SALARY AND COMPENSATION
Applications will be accepted until February 24, 2025.
The annual salary for this position is between $122,400 – $194,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
BENEFITS
Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
DISCLAIMER
The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Ce que nous offrons
- La possibilité d’avoir une carrière avec un impact. Ici, vous avez la possibilité de partager vos idées transformatrices pour aider notre entreprise et nos clients à améliorer le quotidien de tous.
- Prenez votre carrière en main grâce à notre écosystème d'apprentissage et de développement. Et lorsque vos ambitions changent ou que nous vous offrons de nouvelles occasions, nous vous aidons à pivoter en vous proposant des formations et des conseils pour trouver des postes qui pourraient mieux vous convenir.
- L’occasion de s'épanouir au sein d’une communauté diversifiée. Nous célébrons les expériences et perspectives d’autrui et encourageons un sentiment d'appartenance à travers nos groupes d'affinité et nos initiatives en matière de diversité et d'inclusion.
- Rémunération compétitive qui comprend un salaire concurrentiel et une pension avec des contributions équivalentes.
- Des prestations de soins de santé et financières flexibles pour vous soutenir, ainsi que vos personnes à charge admissibles, dès le premier jour au travail.
- Une vraie conciliation travail-vie personnelle. Nous offrons des vacances, des modalités de travail flexibles, des occasions de bénévolat, des événements sociaux et bien d’autres afin que vous puissiez être au mieux.
Notre engagement en faveur de la diversité et de l'inclusion
Cognizant est un employeur qui prône l'égalité des chances et qui embrasse la diversité, défend l'équité et valorise l'inclusion. Nous sommes déterminés à promouvoir une communauté où chacun se sent écouté, accepté et bienvenu. Votre candidature et votre dossier ne seront pas examinés en fonction de la race, de la couleur, du sexe, de la religion, des croyances, de l'orientation sexuelle, de l'identité de genre, de l'origine nationale, du handicap, de l'information génétique, de la grossesse, du statut d'ancien combattant ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée telle que décrite par les lois fédérales, provinciales ou locales.
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À propos de nous
Cognizant est l’un des leaders mondiaux des services professionnels. Nous transformons les modèles commerciaux, opérationnels et technologiques de nos clients pour les adapter à l’ère numérique. Notre approche consultative, basée sur une connaissance sectorielle, aide nos clients à concevoir, développer et gérer des entreprises plus innovantes et plus efficaces. Basée aux États-Unis, Cognizant (membre du NASDAQ-100 et l’un des meilleurs employeurs du monde en 2024 selon Forbes) figure régulièrement parmi les entreprises les plus admirées au monde. Découvrez comment Cognizant aide ses clients à garder une longueur d’avance grâce au numérique sur le site www.cognizant.com.