FinOps Senior Manager

Cox Automotive is expanding our Financial Operations (Fin Ops) capability to accelerate business value from our cloud and SaaS investments. In this role, you’ll lead cross‑functional initiatives that bring
** financial transparency, accountability, and continuous optimization
** to our cloud platforms  and key SaaS tools. You’ll partner with Technology, Product, Finance, and Accounting to operate the Cloud Business Office’s chargeback processes, designed to promote success for our teams operating in the cloud.

- This position will begin as an
** individual contributor**, focused on delivering high-impact results through strategic execution and cross-functional collaboration. However, as the scope of the role expands, there is a strong potential for this position to
** evolve into a team leadership role**, managing a small group of direct reports.

- We are seeking candidates who not only excel in independent execution but also demonstrate
** leadership capabilities**, including mentoring, stakeholder engagement, and strategic thinking. Ideal candidates will have the
** experience or aptitude to lead teams**, influence outcomes, and contribute to organizational growth.
* Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 8 years’ experience in a related field.

The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 6 years’ experience; a Ph.D. and 3 years’ experience in a related field; or 12 years’ experience in a related field.
* 3+ years experience in Cloud Economics or Fin Ops, focused on public cloud and data platform cost management (AWS, Azure, GCP, and SaaS platforms).
* Hands-on experience explaining to users
** how their choice of cloud services (compute, network, storage, database)
** impacts their chargeback/showback results.
* Proficiency with cost tooling and telemetry (e.g., Cloud Zero, Cloud Health, Cloudability, cloud provider native tools.).
* Strong presentation skills with a track record of influencing decisions through clear narratives and metrics.
* Applicants must live within a commutable distance to the office or be willing to relocate
* Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.

- Familiarity with product‑centric
** unit economics
** and with guiding multi‑year vendor commitment strategies.

Cox brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges.
Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Cox vision around the globe.
From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference.
Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.
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