Functional Analyst Jobs

Functional Analysts help organizations turn business goals into effective systems, processes, and technology solutions. They connect business stakeholders with technical teams by clarifying needs, documenting requirements, and assessing how applications and workflows can better support day-to-day operations. Explore vetted Functional Analyst opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Functional Analyst Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and employer, but Functional Analysts commonly gather and analyze business requirements, map existing processes, identify gaps, and recommend improvements. They may write functional specifications, support system configuration, coordinate user acceptance testing, investigate issues, and help teams prepare for new tools or process changes.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with experience translating stakeholder needs into clear documentation. Familiarity with business process modeling, enterprise applications, data analysis, and project delivery methods can be valuable. Some positions require expertise in a particular platform, industry, or functional area, such as finance, human resources, supply chain, or customer operations.

Functional Analyst Career Opportunities

Functional Analysts work across technology, consulting, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and other sectors. Depending on experience and focus, career paths may lead to senior or lead analyst roles, product ownership, business analysis, solution consulting, or management. Browse Ladders to discover vetted Functional Analyst jobs and find opportunities aligned with your expertise and career goals.

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$95K - $105K *

Drive operational excellence as an Operations Analyst, balancing compliance and user experience. Leverage AI tools to analyze data, identify fraud patterns, and suggest process improvements while coll...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance patient scheduling and access through Epic Cadence. Collaborate with clinical and operational teams to optimize workflows, manage provider templates, and improve overall pat...

Green Bay, WIRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance financial management practices and support critical operations. Collaborate across levels to drive process improvements and deliver impactful financial insights in a fas...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $194K *

Champion the standardization of financial posting logic across Oracle EBS, ensuring compliance and audit readiness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance federal financial processes and s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of field operations by translating business needs into actionable user stories. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance workflow and drive standardization to create measurable opera...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $96K *

Develop your career by leading the on-boarding process for Employee Benefits groups. Collaborate with internal teams, ensure accurate contract drafting, and guide customers through a seamless transiti...

Portland, ORRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Analyze complex data and drive solutions as a Business Analyst in the public sector. Leverage your expertise in pension systems to identify issues and enhance processes, ensuring effective communicati...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Elevate business processes by analyzing and transforming asset management systems with a focus on data strategy and AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance delivery of digital capabilit...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $110K *

Deliver strategic leadership and operational oversight to enhance decision-making processes within the Veterans Health Administration's EHRM, ensuring effective collaboration and communication across...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Transform financial strategies by leveraging your expertise in analyses, forecasting, and IT governance. Drive impactful recommendations and enhance operational efficiency through innovative financial...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower business success by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operations, gather requirements, and implement IT solutions that align with strategic goals. Drive improvements in orde...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $120K *

Optimize business processes by analyzing workflows, gathering requirements, and supporting automation initiatives. Collaborate with senior analysts to enhance efficiency and drive strategic improvemen...

Virginia, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $117K *

Join our team as a Technical Business Analyst, bridging business needs and technical solutions. Drive data-driven projects, optimize processes, and enhance reporting for diverse clients while collabor...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to monitor and enhance project execution, supporting low-income energy efficiency initiatives through technical expertise in grant management and compliance for a range of federal...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $85K *

Drive business performance through financial analysis and strategic insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate profitability, support budgeting, and identify opportunities for reven...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform financial strategies and enhance decision-making processes through robust analysis, forecasting, and model building, partnering with cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive the future of finance data analysis by ensuring accuracy and usability of financial data. Collaborate with finance and data teams to enhance reporting processes and validate data integrity for i...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive business process improvement by analyzing and redesigning workflows, leveraging strong communication and analytical skills to support federal budget processes and enhance operational efficiency...

Maryland, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K *

Join a dynamic Finance team as a Financial Analyst, focusing on sales commissions and SaaS metrics. Collaborate across departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and drive insights that suppor...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive strategic financial planning and performance analysis, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance decision-making and financial health. Your insights will shape budgeting, forecasting, and repo...

Westminster, CORemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading requirements documentation for software projects. Collaborate with stakeholders and technical teams to ensure successful delivery throughout the project lifecycle, while su...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $142K *

Lead the design and development of enterprise data management solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to analyze requirements and enhance data processing capabilities using advanced technologies in...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $100K *

Join our dynamic team as a Sr. Credit Analyst, owning the underwriting cycle from application review to decision-making. Leverage your analytical skills to enhance credit processes and contribute to a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive transformation by collaborating with stakeholders to analyze and enhance business processes, ensuring effective technology adoption and operational improvements within a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of implementation science as a Senior Program Analyst, driving quality improvement and program evaluation initiatives. Manage processes, databases, and reporting to enhance projec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Functional Analyst?question toggle

    A Functional Analyst evaluates business needs and helps translate them into system requirements, process improvements, and practical technology solutions. The role often bridges business stakeholders and technical teams.

  • What does a Functional Analyst do day to day?question toggle

    Day-to-day work may include interviewing stakeholders, documenting requirements, mapping workflows, assessing system functionality, coordinating testing, and helping resolve functional issues.

  • What skills are important for Functional Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include requirements analysis, process mapping, clear written and verbal communication, critical thinking, documentation, and familiarity with relevant business systems or platforms.

  • Where do Functional Analysts work?question toggle

    Functional Analysts work in many industries, including technology, consulting, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and retail. Their work may focus on a specific department, business process, or enterprise platform.

  • How can I find Functional Analyst jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job listings, review role requirements, and identify Functional Analyst opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more.