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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$100K - $125K *

Unlock your potential as a Revenue Compensation Analyst, where you'll design and manage compensation plans, analyze trends, and collaborate with teams to enhance sales efficiency. Bring your analytica...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Elevate data accuracy by analyzing user queries and improving AI responses. Collaborate with Product Management, Data Science, and Engineering to ensure Prism delivers trustworthy insights, enhancing...

Philadelphia, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $100K *

Help us optimize Epic applications by leading projects, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring seamless integration. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows and provide expert support, all while mai...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

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

$97K - $200K *

Advance your career by leading public sector consulting projects, mentoring staff, and driving financial solutions for local governments. Join a dynamic team dedicated to community success and profess...

Mishawaka, INRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$68K - $103K *

Empower your career by coordinating Epic optimization initiatives, managing requests, and facilitating collaboration across teams. Drive project success through effective communication and oversight...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Analyze HRIS functionality and data integrity to align technology with business needs, collaborating with stakeholders and vendors to optimize systems and enhance user experience across HR processes a...

Westmont, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Engage in comprehensive finance integration for acquired companies, ensuring accurate data mapping, system conversion, and post-close stabilization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamli...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$104K *

Analyze and support security programs, ensuring compliance with regulations while enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with management to prioritize projects and improve administrative proces...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Analyze complex healthcare datasets to deliver insights and reporting that enhance clinical operations. Collaborate with teams to transform data into actionable strategies, ensuring consistent quality...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Analyze financial data to drive strategic insights and enhance reporting efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and scalability, while automating processes to supp...

Brooklyn, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $158K *

Empower cross-functional teams as a Business Analyst, driving Agile practices, refining backlogs, and aligning business objectives with technical execution to enhance project outcomes and stakeholder...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $130K *

Transform the future of food intelligence by analyzing business processes, defining functional solutions, and collaborating with product teams to enhance menu strategy and customer outcomes in a dynam...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

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

$70K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to resolving complex product issues through advanced analysis and collaboration. You'll mentor junior analysts, drive defect resolution, and enhance our knowledge base whi...

Richardson, TXRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize healthcare operations by analyzing equipment utilization, reducing unnecessary rentals, and driving impactful process improvements through data-driven insights and strong partnerships with cl...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform financial operations by leveraging Workday expertise to enhance reporting, payroll, and planning processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions and drive co...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $115K *

Transform federal human capital management by leveraging your HR expertise. Collaborate with a high-performing team to enhance service delivery and drive continuous improvement in HR processes and sys...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of federal financial operations by driving user adoption and change management for a new tool. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance user experience, streamline processes, and ensu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $141K *

Elevate digital experiences by developing and maintaining SharePoint solutions and Power Platform applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to create intuitive, automated workflows that enhance busi...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Unlock insights by analyzing operational data and developing reporting tools. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data quality and streamline processes, delivering polished executive presentation...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $122K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic team focused on business analysis, user requirements, and IT project implementation. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance court technology and provide ongo...

Trenton, NJRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $149K *

Unlock potential by leading healthcare data analytics to enhance hospital quality performance and rankings. Collaborate with teams to design dashboards, mentor analysts, and present insights to execut...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $149K *

Drive impactful solutions as a key liaison between business needs and technical teams, translating complex requirements into actionable insights. Collaborate across functions to enhance system integra...

Glendale, AZRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $149K *

Unlock the potential of technology by bridging business needs with technical solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze complex systems, ensuring alignment between business objectiv...

Glendale, AZRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $148K *

Join us as a Senior FP&A Analyst to drive financial planning, reporting, and forecasting. Collaborate across teams to optimize spending and enhance our financial systems, leveraging AI for insights th...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Optimize financial strategies and client relationships by driving budgets, forecasts, and performance analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial integrity and support operat...

Virginia, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 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.