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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$110K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee tax engagements, manage client relationships, and mentor junior staff. Utilize your expertise in tax planning and compliance while contributing to various consulting pro...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $210K *

Drive regulatory strategy and leadership in a dynamic biotech environment, ensuring compliance and advancing innovative RNA-based therapeutics through effective global regulatory submissions and stake...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career by managing strategic accounts, driving revenue, and fostering long-term relationships. Leverage expertise in solution selling and account management to deliver customer-centric strat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building and enhancing robust full-stack solutions. You'll take ownership of features from design to deployment, collaborating with engineers to deliver high-quality, s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $240K *

Transform the future of distributed systems by designing and building robust platform components. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability and scalability in mission-critical environments, driving...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $171K *

Transform the Occupational Risk Claims Program through strategic leadership, ensuring operational excellence and compliance while fostering a high-performing team to drive program success...

Eatontown, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$172K - $202K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Director Analyst, leveraging your expertise to guide senior IT executives in navigating digital workplace strategies. Deliver actionable insights that align technology...

Irving, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion the advancement of information security by overseeing operations, incident responses, risk assessments, and security process enhancements. Collaborate effectively to improve security protocol...

Atlanta, GARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $115K *

Transform your career by leading financial strategy and operations for innovative service lines. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance profitability, oversee budgeting, and drive growth initiativ...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $200K *

Lead financial strategy and analysis, partnering with leadership to drive growth. Own dynamic financial models, budgeting, and forecasting while mentoring a high-performing finance team in a fast-pace...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$131K - $243K *

Join a team that's driving sustainment transformation and adoption across programs. As a Project Engineer Staff, you'll lead initiatives, coordinate projects, and enhance processes to ensure successfu...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Elevate software quality by leading comprehensive testing strategies, ensuring all systems meet rigorous standards and user needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements and del...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Software Testing Principal, where you'll develop and execute comprehensive test plans, ensuring high-quality software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to dri...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Shape the future of healthcare payment integrity by developing and enhancing clinical and coding solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with coding standards and optim...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of project analytics. Utilize your expertise in budgeting, cost forecasting, and collaboration to ensure project financial integrity and support Project Managers i...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative software solutions by designing, developing, and testing systems-level software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet operational specifications and enhance SAP functionali...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $110K *

Drive your career with a Senior Accountant role focused on AI and automation. Redesign accounting processes, manage monthly closes, and implement scalable finance workflows to enhance efficiency and s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $145K *

Transform financial operations by collaborating with business leaders and IT to enhance Oracle EBS and Cloud systems. Drive key initiatives and optimize processes, ensuring scalable solutions that mee...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$85K - $95K *

Unlock potential by analyzing operational challenges and driving improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven insights and optimize workflows, enhancing service deliver...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming Finance by translating strategic priorities into actionable, technology-driven solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance planning, reporting, and analytics, drivin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and maintaining advanced IT infrastructure platforms, ensuring reliability and security. Collaborate with teams to optimize solutions, automate processes, and enhance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Reimagine financial operations by leveraging your analytical skills to enhance treasury processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful insights and drive compliance, while man...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$188K - $314K *

Shape the future of our technology ecosystem by leading engineering teams, driving innovation, and aligning technology strategy with business goals to enhance customer experiences and operational effi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $112K *

Join a team that's redefining accounting operations. You'll manage day-to-day accounting, ensure accurate financial reporting, and collaborate closely with leadership to enhance processes as we grow...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $171K *

Drive innovation in Oracle Cloud ERP by providing technical support and solutions for Purchasing/Procurement processes. Collaborate with users to enhance system performance and ensure customer satisfa...

Annapolis, MDRemote

1 week ago

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

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.