Remote Cloud Financial Analyst

Job Description

We are seeking a Cloud Financial Analyst to join our team in a fully remote capacity. This role involves providing financial insights and preparing cost estimates for cloud resources, ensuring these align with budgetary constraints and business objectives.

Responsibilities

Participate in cloud architectural reviews to provide financial insights and prepare accurate cost estimates.Develop and deliver comprehensive monthly financial reports on cloud expenditure, usage trends, and cost optimization opportunities.Design and implement chargeback models to allocate cloud costs to appropriate business units.Create detailed fiscal year financial projections for cloud spending and maintain burndown charts to track budget utilization.Identify opportunities for cost savings and recommend optimization strategies.Conduct in-depth financial analysis of cloud spending patterns 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.Utilize cloud cost management tools and Microsoft Excel to monitor, analyze, and report on cloud expenditures.

Essential Skills

Proficiency with cloud cost management tools such as 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).Exceptional analytical skills to analyze complex financial data and identify trends.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong interpersonal skills to work cross-functionally with finance, IT, and engineering teams.High level of accuracy in financial reporting and forecasting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree.5+ years of experience in financial or business analysis, with at least 3 years focused on cloud cost management.Demonstrated ability to create chargeback models and fiscal year projections.Strong understanding of application architecture, design, and networking related to cloud-hosted applications.Experience building and modifying complex Excel workbooks and formulas.Must be able to obtain a Public Trust.

Work Environment

This position is fully remote, offering flexibility and the opportunity to collaborate with diverse teams across different locations.

Contact Me:

Kaitland Clawson

Book a Meeting with Me: https://talentassistant.astoncarter.com/assistant/bookings/7ddb8953-0b26-468e-8611-21ad0f8f9009

View my availability here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitland-clawson-552605154/

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Herndon, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $69.71 - $69.71/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • 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 Mar 4, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

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.

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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.

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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 for other accommodation options.

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