Manager - Information Technology (Financial Operations)

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

20d • $101,494 - $152,438

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Manager - Information Technology (Financial Operations). In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for managing and providing direction to staff FinOps. Detail-oriented financial Manager with expertise in Cloud Financial Management and processes. As our FinOps manager, you'll be the bridge between finance and engineering. You'll ensure our cloud spending is under control and optimized for maximum value. The FinOps Manager will analyze, plan, and communicate, and guide the team toward a future where cloud costs are predictable and aligned with our business goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and minimum 5 years relevant work experience or an equivalent combination.
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skill sets.
• Knowledgeable of accrual basis of accounting.
• Financial acumen: A solid grasp of financial principles, budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis is necessary.
• Technical aptitude: Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and services is key.
• Data knowledge: Proficiency in analyzing data is one of your strengths.
• Excellent communication skills. Ability to communicate technical and financial concepts to diverse audiences.
• Problem-solving attitude, ability to identify and resolve cost-related issues.
• Able to balance the need of speed, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• 3+ years in a management role, overseeing teams and driving cloud/IT financial management or finance program.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, computer science, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in financial analysis, 5+ cloud operations, or a related role.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and optimizing cloud costs.
• Experience with cloud cost management tools and platforms.
• Proven experience with AWS, Billing and cost management tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant certifications (e.g., FinOps Certified Practitioner) are a definite plus.
• Familiar with tools like SQL and creating visualizations with BI platforms.
• Experience with Azure, or GCP billing and cost management tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze cloud usage patterns and find cost-saving opportunities.
• Implement strategies to reduce and control cloud outflows.
• Drive cloud efficiency initiatives (right-sizing, commitment-based discounts, idle resource termination) and measure ROI of technical projects.
• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast cloud costs.
• Track spending against budgets and provide insights into cost trends and anomalies.
• Prepare accurate reports on actual costs and trends and normalize spend predictability.
• Manage cost allocation and chargeback mechanisms to ensure accurate distribution of cloud costs across departments and projects.
• Monitor and analyze cloud expenditures, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement strategies to optimize cloud spending.
• Develop and manage cloud budgets, forecasts, and financial models to support business planning and decision-making.
• Communicate the cost implications of technical decisions and foster a cost-conscious culture.
• Work closely with engineering, operations, and finance teams to align cloud financial management practices with organizational goals and objectives.
• Evaluate architecture decisions that impact cost efficiency.
• Identify idle resources and rightsizing opportunities.
• Implement tagging strategies to attribute cloud costs to specific products, services, or departments.
• Assist in the negotiation of contracts and optimize pricing and service levels.
• Collaborate with cloud service providers to manage billing and ensure compliance with service agreements.
• Generate detailed financial reports and dashboards to provide insights into cloud spending patterns, trends, and anomalies.
• Present cost insights and actionable optimization recommendations to both technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Drive the adoption of FinOps principles and best practices.
• Educate teams on cost-saving strategies and promote a data-first approach to cloud financial management.
• Utilize cloud-native tools (AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management) and third-party solutions (CloudHealth, Apptio Cloudability, Flexera).
• Enforce cloud financial management policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure financial accountability and transparency.
• Educate and train internal stakeholders on cloud cost management practices and tools to promote a culture of cost awareness and efficiency.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, tools, and best practices in cloud financial management and continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and outcomes.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of FinOps Sr. Business Analysts, driving accountability, forecasting FinOps cost, managing workload priorities, and ensuring high-quality, timely insights and budget efficiency.
• Develop career tracks and provide career development paths for staff for further growth.
• Optimize all internal and external processes to create efficiency and ease of use.
• Manage the day-to-day process and work together with the IT Finance team to review all approved Cloud, AI and API request in Ivanti in our Project Portfolio Meeting or Offcycle request.

Benefits

• Financial security benefits
• Generous time-off program
• Employee resources groups for peer support
• Holistic employee wellness program (physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager