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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$80K - $95K *

Drive accurate financial reporting and support accounting operations in a dynamic environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes and ensure compliance with US GAAP while managing mon...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Advance progress at construction firms by leading assurance engagements, overseeing teams, and ensuring compliance. Leverage 8+ years of public accounting expertise to deliver high-quality financial r...

Hunt Valley, MDRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Optimize your career as an Infor M3 Technical Consultant, leveraging 3-5 years of expertise in integrations and development. Collaborate with teams to design and support seamless enterprise solutions...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive success by partnering with colleges to optimize their Ellucian Colleague ERP systems, ensuring effective application design, configuration, and support while adhering to client budgets and timel...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

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

$96K - $116K *

Champion innovative medical policy solutions by analyzing data, ensuring quality, and collaborating across clinical operations. Drive enhancements in payment policy management while supporting diverse...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform the integration landscape by designing and managing CI/CD pipelines, APIs, and infrastructure for hybrid environments, ensuring seamless operations and high-quality software delivery for mis...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Lead the charge in defining and overseeing enterprise automation architecture, ensuring scalable, secure solutions across platforms like ServiceNow and Microsoft. Collaborate cross-functionally to ali...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $206K *

Innovate with a team that's transforming healthcare through AI-driven software. Lead the development of scalable solutions, mentor engineers, and enhance workflows in a dynamic environment that impact...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$156K - $210K *

Champion transformative solutions by leveraging your extensive expertise in mainframe modernization. Collaborate with global clients to drive innovation, enhance technology strategies, and ensure seam...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading financial planning and analysis for client accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance while driving process improvements and strategic insights for stakeholders at all leve...

Charlotte, NCRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining audit practices by leading the transition to an agentic operating model. Collaborate across functions to innovate audit methodologies and drive transformation for clients...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Oracle Cloud solutions. As a Delivery Architect, you'll lead complex projects, guide clients through implementations, and drive innovative strategies to optimi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $169K *

Lead the implementation and support of financial systems in healthcare, ensuring efficient operations and high-quality patient care. Collaborate with teams to address complex issues, optimize systems...

Sacramento, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance executive talent strategies through data-driven insights, ensuring effective succession planning and leadership development. Leverage your expertise in talent management pla...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $110K *

Drive the advancement of our Governance, Risk, and Compliance program by monitoring compliance, managing vendor risks, and leading audits. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective policy implement...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive growth by building strategic C-suite relationships and acquiring new clients through solution selling in the Fintech sector, while navigating industry trends and ensuring impactful results throu...

Florida, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $206K *

Join a team that's driving mission success through innovative program planning. Collaborate across functions to develop and maintain schedules, ensuring on-time, in-budget delivery of complex projects...

Fort Worth, TXRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Reimagine financial management in the DoD by providing expert support in programming, budgeting, and execution. Collaborate with leadership to develop financial reports and ensure effective tracking o...

Gaithersburg, MDRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Champion financial excellence by providing senior-level support in programming, budgeting, and execution for DoD projects. Collaborate with leadership to develop financial reports and ensure complianc...

Bethesda, MDRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$93K - $109K *

Innovate alongside executives by providing strategic support to drive organizational success, manage high-stakes priorities, and enhance workflow efficiency. You'll serve as a vital liaison and truste...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading Cisco AppDynamics implementations and optimizations. Drive performance engineering initiatives, enhance application monitoring, and deliver best practices across diverse cl...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $202K *

Transform the enterprise landscape by guiding technology strategies that align business goals with IT capabilities, ensuring efficient operational performance and supporting growth through best practi...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $115K *

Transform stakeholder insights into actionable solutions by gathering and analyzing business requirements. Collaborate with teams to create process models and ensure compliance, delivering high-qualit...

Washington, DCRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading treasury operations, managing liquidity, and optimizing investment strategies. Drive risk management and compliance while fostering banking relationships in a dynamic finte...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$89K - $134K *

Engage with clients by managing strategic account plans, driving growth initiatives, and enhancing relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver client-focused solutions, ensuring...

North Carolina, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.