Cloud Cost Management (FinOps) Data Analyst

Axelon Services Corporation; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm is seeking a Cloud Cost Management (FinOps) Data Analyst in Montreal to drive the adoption of FinOps capabilities. The role requires significant experience in financial analysis and cloud cost management, with a focus on developing automation workflows and reporting. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in tools like Jira are essential. This position is mostly onsite.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial analysis and creation of data-driven executive materials.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure and public cloud concepts.
• Experience with Agile development methodology and CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Drive adoption of Cloud FinOps capabilities for cloud cost management.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on cloud spend across multiple vendors.
• Develop scripts and workflows to automate data collection.

Skills

Financial analysis

Large datasets

Public cloud concepts

Agile development

Communication skills

Tools

Jira

GitHub

Bitbucket

Job description

Cloud Cost Management (FinOps) Data Analyst

12‑Month FTC | Senior (5‑7 Years) | 1 Position | Montreal (Onsite 3× Week)

Responsibilities

• Drive adoption of Cloud FinOps capabilities and best practices for cloud cost management within the organization
• Monitor, analyze, and report on cloud spend across multiple vendors
• Develop scripts and workflows to automate data collection and reporting (e.g., using Python, SQL)
• Work with partners to design, build, and maintain dashboards and reports using BI tools
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities through usage analysis, rightsizing, and purchasing strategies (e.g., Reserved Instances, Savings Plans). Liaise with technology teams to provide execution support
• Track cost optimization actions and associated value
• Manage vendor commercial incentives (e.g., Reserved Instances, Savings Plans, credits, etc.)
• Support implementation of cost recovery models for non‑standard allocations (e.g., shared services & platforms, SaaS, etc.)
• Monitor ongoing compliance with cost management standards and procedures

Qualifications

• Experience in financial analysis / working with large datasets and creation of data‑driven executive materials
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure and public cloud concepts
• Database experience (e.g., Structured, Unstructured, and Column)
• Experience with Agile development methodology and CI/CD
• Experience with SDLC tools such as Jira, GitHub, and Bitbucket
• Experience with public cloud cost management mechanics and tools (native / 3rd party)
• Proactive mindset and ability to work independently in a large organization
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills

• Development experience (e.g., Python, Java, ETL, ELT, Swagger)
• Experience data modelling (e.g., PostgreSQL, PowerDesigner)
• Experience with analytics databases (e.g., Snowflake)
• Experience in effective IT cost management strategies, models, processes, tools
• Experience with business chargeback / cost recovery models / TCO / capacity planning
• Experience with Cost Explorer, Cost and Usage Reports, Reserved Instances, vendor discounts, and other AWS, Azure, GCP cost mechanics
• Understanding of cloud billing processes and procedures
• FinOps / TBM certifications