Manager, Financial Operations & Analysis

Qumulo; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 151,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pre-IPO stock options

Flexible time-off policy

HSA and PPO health insurance options

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Choice of an ORCA card or parking subsidy

Job summary

A technology company located in Seattle is looking for a Manager, FinOps to oversee cloud cost strategy and optimization within its multi-cloud environments. This role requires collaboration with Finance, Engineering, and Product, leveraging financial modeling and statistical analysis to drive informed financial decisions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in SaaS and cloud infrastructure finance, making significant recommendations based on cloud usage and financial data insights.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in FP&A, FinOps, SaaS, or cloud infrastructure finance.
• Strong experience in SaaS or cloud-based business models.
• Deep understanding of cloud cost structures including compute, storage, networking.

Responsibilities

• Lead forecasting and planning for cloud infrastructure.
• Build scenario and statistical models for predictions.
• Establish and manage cloud cost budgets.

Skills

FP&A

FinOps

SaaS

Cloud infrastructure finance

Financial modeling

Statistical analysis

Advanced Excel/Sheets

SQL

Python

Education

BA/BS in Finance

Accounting

Economics

Mathematics

Computer Science

Statistics

Job description

About The Company

Qumulo is the simple way to manage exabyte-scale data anywhere — edge, core, or cloud — on the platform of your choice. In a world with trillions of files and objects comprising 100+ zettabytes worldwide, companies need a solution that combines the ability to work anywhere with simplicity. This is precisely what Qumulo was founded to accomplish.

At Qumulo, we are building an open and collaborative culture where people can do their best work with customers as our magnetic field. We act as owners, we share by default, we are data driven and experimental and as an inclusive workplace, we encourage and celebrate multiple points of view. As part of our culture we believe diversity drives innovation.

About The Position

The Manager, FinOps will own cloud cost strategy and financial optimization across Qumulo’s multi-cloud environments. This role partners closely with Finance, Engineering, and Product to translate cloud consumption data into actionable financial insights that improve gross margins and unit economics.

You will combine financial modeling, statistical analysis, and infrastructure knowledge to drive forecasting accuracy, optimize reserved capacity strategies, and influence pricing and product decisions at the executive level.

Responsibilities

• Lead forecasting and planning for cloud infrastructure across variable and fixed cost drivers.
• Build scenario and statistical models to project consumption, margin impact, and pricing outcomes.
• Establish and manage cloud cost budgets with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Develop unified data pipelines across cloud providers, metering systems, and financial tools to create a single source of truth.
• Automate monthly close processes and build executive-ready dashboards.
• Implement anomaly detection to identify spend spikes and inefficiencies.
• Design and manage Reserved Instance (RI) and Savings Plan strategies across cloud platforms.
• Identify cost optimization opportunities across compute, storage, networking, and scaling patterns.
• Build cluster-level gross margin models.
• Secure and maximize hyperscaler credits, migration incentives, and funding programs.
• Translate usage and cost trends into clear recommendations for Engineering, Product, and leadership.
• Influence pricing strategy, capacity planning, and consumption-based business models.
• Support executive and board-level reporting on cloud economics and margin performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in FP&A, FinOps, SaaS, or cloud infrastructure finance.
• BA/BS in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, or related field.
• Strong experience in SaaS or cloud-based business models.
• Advanced Excel/Sheets modeling; proficiency in SQL and Python.
• Deep understanding of cloud cost structures (compute, storage, networking, data transfer).
• Experience managing RI/Savings Plans and consumption-based margin analysis.
• CPA, CFA, or advanced quantitative degree preferred.

The annual pay range for the role is USD $151,000–$170,000. Individual pay depends on various factors, such as role level, relevant experience and skills. Pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the pay range applicable at the time.

Benefits & Perks

• Pre-IPO stock options
• Flexible time‑off policy
• HSA and PPO health insurance options
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Choice of an ORCA card or parking subsidy

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qumulo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.

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