Cost Optimization Consultant

1 month ago


Chicago, United States The Judge Group Full time

Our client is currently seeking a Finance Cost Optimization Consultant for AWS cloud spend.


Hybrid to downtown Chicago.


RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Will develop and implement a cost optimization strategy for cloud spend
  • Deliverables include process to identify and optimize resource utilization and reduce waste
  • Understanding and recommendations with regards to purchasing strategies
  • Process to create forecasts and budgets for cloud spend based on current and projected service mix and usage patter
  • Policies and process around cloud financial governance, including budget alerts, spending limits, approval workflows based on spend thresholds, tagging and cost allocation strategy
  • Develop an AWS bill audit process and conduct regular reviews
  • Participate in cloud and vendor contract discussions
  • Define maturity targets for the Finance function with regards to financial transparency, optimization and planning capabilities


QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Deep knowledge of AWS billing structures, pricing models, and services
  • Experience leveraging cloud financial tools like AWS Cost Explorer, AWS Budgets, and AWS Billing Console
  • Experience defining and implementing tagging policies and cost allocation mechanisms
  • Understanding of financial controls and implementing them cross-functionally
  • Basic scripting (Python, Bash) for creating custom cost review dashboards and proficiency with reporting tools like PowerBI, Tableau or Excel
  • Preferred: experience with automation tools (Terraform, AWS CloudFormation)


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