Job Description
The FinOps Technical Architect / Manager is a senior strategic and technical role within Accenture's Cloud & FinOps practice. This individual leads the design, implementation, and optimisation of cloud financial management frameworks across complex, multi-cloud client environments — spanning AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform — ensuring cloud spend transparency, accountability, and continuous cost optimisation at scale. Beyond core FinOps architecture and management responsibilities, this role is a key Automation Driver, championing the integration of intelligent automation, AI/ML analytics, and Infrastructure-as-Code practices into FinOps operations to modernise cost governance, reduce manual effort, and deliver real-time, data-driven financial visibility across the client's cloud estate. Join a global leader in technology services and consulting where you will:
Work on large-scale, multi-cloud FinOps engagements spanning Fortune 500 and global public sector clients across AWS, Azure, and GCP
Lead transformative programmes that fundamentally change how organisations govern, optimise, and account for cloud spend
Drive automation-first FinOps strategies using cutting-edge cloud cost management platforms, IaC, and AI-powered analytics
Grow within Accenture's rich career framework with access to world-class training, certifications, and a global FinOps community of practice
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across Cloud Engineering, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, Finance, and Procurement KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Core FinOps Architecture & Management 2. Technical Architecture Role 3. Automation Driver QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Required
Minimum 7 years of experience in cloud technology roles, with at least 4 years focused on FinOps, cloud cost management, or cloud financial architecture
Deep expertise across two or more major cloud platforms: AWS (Cost Explorer, CUR, Savings Plans, Trusted Advisor), Microsoft Azure (Cost Management, Reservations, Azure Advisor), or Google Cloud Platform (Billing, Recommender, Committed Use Discounts)
Proven track record designing and implementing FinOps frameworks, chargeback/showback models, and cloud unit economics reporting for large enterprise clients
Hands-on experience with leading FinOps platforms: Apptio Cloudability, CloudHealth by VMware, Spot.io, Kubecost, or equivalent
Demonstrated experience architecting cloud billing data pipelines and cost analytics solutions integrating native cloud billing exports with BI platforms
Strong scripting and automation skills: Python, PowerShell, Bash, or equivalent for FinOps data processing, cost automation, and API integrations
Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Bicep) and Policy-as-Code frameworks for automated cloud governance
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience presenting cloud financial insights to C-suite, CFO, and engineering leadership Preferred
Experience in a Big 4 consulting firm, global systems integrator, or managed cloud services provider in a FinOps or cloud economics advisory capacity
Familiarity with Kubernetes cost allocation (Kubecost, OpenCost), container optimisation, and serverless cost management patterns
Experience with AI/ML platforms for predictive cost forecasting: AWS SageMaker, Azure Machine Learning, or open-source frameworks (scikit-learn, Prophet)
Knowledge of ITIL service management principles and their application to FinOps service design and cloud governance operating models
Experience with cloud sustainability reporting, carbon footprint tracking, and Green FinOps practices aligned to Accenture's sustainability commitments
CERTIFICATIONS Good to Have Required FinOps Certified Practitioner FinOps Foundation FinOps Certified Professional FinOps Foundation Highly Preferred AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner or Solutions Architect Microsoft Azure Fundamentals AZ 900 or Azure Administrator AZ 104 Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer Advantageous Terraform Associate HashiCorp Kubernetes Administrator CKA Apptio Cloudability Certified ITIL 4 Foundation AWS Cost Optimisation Specialty CORE SKILLS COMPETENCIES Technical Skills Leadership Skills Accenture Values FinOps Platform Expertise Client Relationship Management Client Value Creation Cloud Cost Management Stakeholder Communication Inclusion Diversity Cloud Architecture Design Change Management Integrity Ethics Cost Allocation Tagging Strategic Problem Solving Sustainability Reserved Instances Savings Plans Team Development Coaching Collaboration Automation IaC Tools Financial Forecasting Innovation Continuous Improvement Data Analytics Reporting Vendor Contract Management
