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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$72K - $108K *

Engage in crucial financial reporting and analytics, enhancing credit union operations while collaborating closely with various departments to ensure regulatory compliance and sound financial manageme...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $108K *

Manage financial reporting and regulatory compliance by producing timely reports, advising on accounting matters, and participating in budgeting and forecasting activities critical to credit union ope...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Drive transformation by collaborating with stakeholders to analyze and enhance business processes, ensuring effective technology adoption and operational improvements within a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $110K *

Drive strategic insights by analyzing data trends and performance metrics to support decision-making for University Advancement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting tools and...

Mont-royal, QCIn-Person

4 days ago

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

$73K - $110K *

Contribute to strategic decision-making by analyzing data trends and performance metrics. Collaborate with teams to enhance reporting tools and support fundraising initiatives through actionable insig...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion financial management excellence by analyzing and tracking data, supporting project success, and collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions for national security missions...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Optimize business processes by analyzing needs and delivering quality solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to document requirements and support project management, ensuring alignment with strategi...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $108K *

Lead the charge in optimizing project performance while ensuring budget adherence and actionable insights. Join a dynamic team focused on cybersecurity initiatives and develop your analytical skills i...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Elevate business operations by bridging technology and trading needs, enhancing user satisfaction and driving digital transformation initiatives while effectively managing multiple projects in a dynam...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of implementation science as a Senior Program Analyst, driving quality improvement and program evaluation initiatives. Manage processes, databases, and reporting to enhance projec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$67K - $101K *

Drive operational excellence by analyzing and enhancing computer systems, ensuring reliability and performance. Collaborate with teams to improve processes and provide support, while managing core sys...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $90K *

Transform financial insights into strategic initiatives, supporting planning and analysis as the organization scales. Collaborate across teams to enhance budget management, reporting, and performance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $95K *

Contribute to mission-critical operations by leveraging advanced data analysis and automation. Utilize your SQL expertise to transform complex datasets into actionable insights, supporting leadership...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion your skills as a Scrum Master/Business Analyst, bridging business needs and technical teams to deliver modernized software solutions while driving Agile processes and ensuring project success...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by serving as the primary support for the Equity platform, ensuring seamless operations for Trading, Sales, and Operations teams. Drive incident resolution, enhance platform performan...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $181K *

Empower your career as you bridge business needs and security controls, ensuring robust application security within a dynamic team. Collaborate on innovative solutions for a complex Department of Defe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $140K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team to design and implement applications that enhance business functions. Collaborate through the full software development lifecycle, ensuring quality and ef...

4 days ago

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

$100K - $140K *

Optimize trade reconciliation and settlement processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Collaborate with trading and IT teams to support the trade lifecycle, manage accounts, and drive continuous im...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Optimize individual life policyholder taxation processes by providing expert guidance, resolving complex inquiries, and enhancing tools for actuarial management. Collaborate on projects to improve bus...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your analytical skills to support federal programs through financial analysis, business intelligence, and technology initiatives, collaborating with diverse stakeholders...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial systems through analysis, development, and support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and deliver integrated data soluti...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$98K - $107K *

Lead the charge in enhancing procurement and financial processes through data management, project oversight, and specification writing. Collaborate across divisions to drive performance improvements a...

1 week ago

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

$86K - $135K *

Advance financial oversight and management for critical defense programs, ensuring effective budget operations and compliance. Collaborate with teams to mitigate risks and enhance reporting processes...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $120K *

Drive the design and implementation of SAP FICO solutions that align financial operations with business needs while ensuring seamless integration and robust support across projects and teams. Engage s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $120K *

Analyze maintenance data to identify trends and optimize processes, enhancing system reliability and decision-making. Collaborate with teams to implement predictive strategies and improve asset manage...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.