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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$104K - $166K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity operations by monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents. Leverage your expertise to protect critical systems and mentor junior...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Champion the Terafina delivery process by coordinating initiatives across digital account management, ensuring effective communication, prioritization, and stakeholder engagement to drive operational...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $115K *

Unlock insights into financial crime by investigating complex AML cases, driving compliance initiatives, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance detection models and operational efficiency in a...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead advanced SAS programming efforts to support Phase I-IV clinical trials, ensuring data integrity and compliance with CDISC standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-qualit...

Cambridge, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion financial strategy by leading a team of analysts to drive performance, support key decisions, and enhance operational efficiency through insightful reporting and collaboration with senior exe...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$94K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing information security through Governance, Risk, and Compliance initiatives. Support clients with audits, policy development, and best practices while managing...

Fairfax, VARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead Corporate FP&A initiatives, driving budgeting, forecasting, and performance management. Oversee financial analysis and reporting while enhancing systems and dashboards for improved decision-makin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by driving business growth in financial services. This role focuses on developing client relationships, identifying consulting opportunities, and managing the sales cycle to delive...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion the maintenance and optimization of Oracle databases in AWS, ensuring system integrity and performance. Collaborate with teams to implement solutions, manage configurations, and support compl...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $147K *

Oversee project financial performance and analytics, ensuring effective management across complex contracts. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and deliver actionable insights, driving operat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of finance by optimizing data pipelines, enhancing reporting systems, and collaborating with stakeholders. Drive insights and analytics to improve financial proce...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by managing revenue recognition and billing operations. Lead a team to ensure accurate financial data, compliance with regulations, and timely invoicing while providing insightful...

Sterling, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Empower your career by driving customer insights through data analysis. Own segmentation, reporting, and performance tracking to enhance engagement and retention strategies, collaborating across teams...

Irvine, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$145K - $205K *

Own and drive the collections and recoveries strategy for Canada, leading initiatives across the post-delinquency lifecycle while ensuring compliance with Canadian regulations and optimizing performan...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$123K - $150K *

Unlock your potential as a Data Protection Analyst, driving data security initiatives, collaborating with engineering teams, and enhancing data protection strategies to mitigate risks and improve deci...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Drive customer success by leading a dynamic team in delivering high-quality SaaS implementations. Collaborate across functions to enhance performance, navigate challenges, and embrace innovative solut...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise endpoint capabilities by designing, securing, and automating solutions for diverse users. Collaborate with cybersecurity and support teams to ensure effective deployment and lifec...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $110K *

Join a team that's advancing project success through Agile leadership and stakeholder engagement. As a vital contributor, you'll manage requirements and optimize workflows while collaborating with cro...

Virginia, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team as a technical resource, enhancing enterprise applications and infrastructure services. Drive operational excellence, support cross-functional initiatives, and ensure reliable, sec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's redefining software testing by owning the end-to-end strategy, designing automated tests, and driving best practices in an agile environment to ensure high-quality delivery across m...

Detroit, MIRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$134K - $211K *

Lead strategic client relationships by leveraging analytics solutions to drive growth and innovation. Collaborate across teams to deliver tailored solutions, negotiate complex deals, and advocate for...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming cloud infrastructure for institutional investors. You'll deploy and manage AI solutions across various cloud environments, ensuring security and compliance while collab...

Berkeley, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $173K *

Lead the charge in delivering automated data pipelines and analytics, mentoring a versatile team across data domains. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data infrastructure and drive strategic i...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to drive innovative data solutions in healthcare. As a senior expert, you'll analyze complex datasets, develop predictive models, and communicate insights effectively to enhance patien...

Tennessee, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Optimize your career by providing critical analytical support for hardware and software installations across various platforms, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing operational efficienc...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.