FinOps Analyst: Cloud Spend & Financial Insights

QinetiQ; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Farnborough is looking for a FinOps Analyst to enable financial accountability and operational efficiency across its organization. The role focuses on providing data-driven insights into cloud and software spending. Responsibilities include tracking KPIs, ensuring data accuracy, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates should possess strong analytical skills and project management qualifications. This position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Health Cash Plan options

Employee discount portal

Volunteering Opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret financial data and translate it into actionable insights.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams (IT, Finance, Procurement).
• Expertise in managing Opex and Capex budgets.

Responsibilities

• Tracks actual vs. forecasted spend and supports business case development.
• Ensures data accuracy in financial systems and supports compliance reporting.
• Monitors cost-related KPIs and builds dashboards for performance visualization.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Proficiency in Excel, Power BI

Understanding of cloud billing models

Knowledge of FinOps principles

Effective interpersonal skills

Proficient in managing budgets

Expertise in managing complex portfolios

Education

Project Management qualification (APM PMQ equivalent)

Job description

A leading technology firm in Farnborough is looking for a FinOps Analyst to enable financial accountability and operational efficiency across its organization. The role focuses on providing data-driven insights into cloud and software spending. Responsibilities include tracking KPIs, ensuring data accuracy, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates should possess strong analytical skills and project management qualifications. This position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working options.