Senior IT FinOps Analyst

Who we are

For over 50 years, we have worked closely with investment and asset managers to become the world’s leading provider of integrated investment management solutions. We are 3,000+ colleagues with a broad range of nationalities, educations, professional experiences, ages, and backgrounds.

SimCorp is an independent subsidiary of the Deutsche Börse Group. Following the recent merger with Axioma, we leverage the combined strength of our brands to provide an industry-leading, full, front-to-back offering for our clients. SimCorp is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to building a culture where diverse perspectives and expertise are integrated into our everyday work. We believe in the continual growth and development of our employees, so that we can provide best-in-class solutions to our clients.

Why this role is important to us 

This position is importantly in driving our efficient use of resources within our organization. As a Senior FinOps Analyst, you will be at the heart of our efforts to optimize costs related to our Azure cloud infrastructure. Your expertise in cost analysis and reporting will enable us to make data-driven decisions that enhance our financial efficiency. 

The role requires a understanding of financial operations, cloud cost management, and the ability to adjust Power BI reports to provide insightful metrics and trends. By identifying cost-saving opportunities and implementing strategies to reduce unnecessary expenditure, you will directly contribute to the financial health and sustainability of our organization. 

In essence, this role is critical in ensuring we maintain a balance between operational excellence and cost-effectiveness, continually supporting our company towards its strategic goals 

What you will be responsible for

• Analyze cloud expenses, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing cost-reducing solutions. 

• Utilize Power BI to create and adjust reports providing insightful metrics and trends 

• Identify opportunities for cost savings and implement strategies to reduce unnecessary expenditures with the team 

• Work with organisation to right-size resources in either scale or implementation 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cost optimization aligns with business goals 

• Create accurate cost forecasts on cloud spending, managing budgets, and alerting about budget overruns or sudden changes.

• Develop and maintain financial models for cloud cost management 

• Educate and train stakeholders on best practices for financial operations and cloud cost management 

• Contribute to the development of financial policies and procedures related to cloud cost management 

• Stay updated on industry news, trends and emerging practices in FinOps and cloud cost management 

What we value 

• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills - ability to analyze large datasets and draw conclusions. 

• Comprehensive understanding of cloud computing and cloud service providers 

• Proficiency in financial analysis and budgeting 

• Experience with cost optimization tools and methodologies 

• Advanced Power BI skills, including financial modeling 

• Effective communication and collaboration abilities 

• Knowledge of financial policies and procedures 

• Ability to educate and train stakeholders 

• Adept at staying updated with industry trends 

• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy 

• Proven ability of cost optimization

Next steps

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If you would like to know more about the job, please contact Alina Wiejak, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected]

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