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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$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

Yesterday

  •   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

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$63K - $103K *

Transform business analysis within the Judiciary by gathering requirements, designing workflows, and supporting IT projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance user experience and deliver impac...

Trenton, NJRemote

1 week ago

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

$112K - $131K *

Elevate your career by leading complex financial analyses and strategic initiatives. As a senior contributor, you'll drive enhancements in reporting, support business decisions, and mentor team member...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$46K - $131K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer service and operational efficiency. Lead initiatives in finance operations, manage complex reporting, and build strong client relationships while dri...

Louisville, KYRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Explore opportunities to partner with engineers and stakeholders, translating technical discussions into actionable deliverables while supporting CI/CD initiatives and repository governance with a foc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $136K *

Transform financial insights into strategic decisions by providing advanced analytical support across Finance, Operations, and Strategic Planning. Collaborate with leadership to drive impactful projec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $105K *

Optimize mainframe systems as a key analyst, ensuring stability and performance of IBM z/OS environments. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and maintain critical applications, while enhanc...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $96K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming client needs into effective solutions. As a Business Analyst I, you'll bridge teams, support integrations, and enhance processes within the Financial Servi...

West Des Moines, IARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $156K *

Join a team that's advancing cancer diagnostics through innovative EHR integrations. As a Senior Integration Analyst, you'll drive technical solutions, collaborate with partners, and mentor peers to e...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead feasibility strategy and execution for clinical studies, driving operational excellence and data-driven insights to optimize trial planning and enrollment across rare disease programs. Collaborat...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $142K *

Transform Salesforce systems by enhancing integrations and configurations. Collaborate with a dynamic team to support professional services and streamline project management, ensuring seamless operati...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$89K - $156K *

Transform enterprise budgeting solutions by analyzing processes, defining requirements, and configuring applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance financial planning and ensure successful...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $100K *

Join the charge in supporting our enterprise IT environment by managing user identities, deploying applications, and troubleshooting complex issues across hybrid infrastructures. Leverage your experti...

Downers Grove, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading business analysis to transform processes into actionable requirements for a major financial management system. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance workflows and ensure...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $135K *

Drive impactful mortgage analysis through collaboration with cross-functional teams. Leverage industry expertise to optimize integrations, enhance product functionality, and document processes for tra...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $111K *

Join a dynamic team to drive system implementations and client training in Treasury. Shape seamless operations through relationship management and project leadership while maintaining high delivery st...

Dallas, TXRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $145K *

Champion innovative solutions as a Senior Business Analyst, driving requirements gathering and Agile processes to enhance custom applications for DHS. Collaborate with teams to streamline operations a...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $134K *

Champion digital integration by analyzing business processes, managing complex projects, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and dri...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$72K - $135K *

Champion the design and delivery of impactful learning initiatives, ensuring alignment with business needs while enhancing the learner experience across a global Operations organization...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your Salesforce expertise to design, build, and review secure, scalable solutions. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure seamless integrations and effective deliv...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading comprehensive financial analysis and planning initiatives. Drive insights through data modeling and reporting, supporting strategic decision-making across multiple business...

Columbus, OHRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to analyzing healthcare risks and enhancing financial performance in value-based care. Collaborate across departments to deliver actionable insights and support innovative...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 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.