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 *

Manage and optimize Epic Professional Billing workflows, focusing on Claims and Remittance. Serve as a key resource for end-users, troubleshooting issues and enhancing billing processes to ensure accu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $198K *

Lead the acquisition process for Army programs, coordinating documentation and strategies to ensure successful product lifecycle management and contract oversight while collaborating with cross-functi...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing liquidity, forecasting, and reporting for a dynamic finance team. Collaborate on pricing models and operational excellence while gaining exposure across treasury, FP&A, an...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of market data governance, managing vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and financial controls. Collaborate across teams to enhance data quality and operational efficiency whil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in market data governance, managing vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and financial oversight to enhance data quality and operational efficiency across the organization...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Advance enterprise finance operations by optimizing Workday Finance systems. Collaborate with finance stakeholders and technical teams to ensure scalable solutions, enhancing efficiency and resolving...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by serving as a key liaison between IT and business teams, facilitating software application support, gathering and analyzing requirements, and ensuring project success through effect...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform enterprise systems development by leading programming initiatives, managing projects, and enhancing communication with stakeholders. Drive innovation and process improvements while mentoring...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$93K - $99K *

Reimagine the future of technology projects by bridging business and IT. Collaborate with teams to drive successful project outcomes, prepare status reports, and enhance operational efficiency in a dy...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $99K *

Play a key role in driving IT project success by serving as a liaison between business and technical teams, preparing project status reports, and ensuring effective communication throughout the projec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $120K *

Empower project success by coordinating deployment activities, managing artifacts, and ensuring data accuracy across diverse stakeholders in a dynamic environment. Bring your organizational skills to...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by overseeing program financial analysis and compliance. Drive cost control, manage Earned Value Management Systems, and support audits while collaborating with program management to...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Analyze and oversee program financial performance, ensuring compliance with EVMS standards. Collaborate with management to provide strategic financial insights and support audits, while managing cost...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Optimize program financial performance by managing Earned Value Management Systems, analyzing cost variances, and providing strategic financial support. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing program financial performance through expert analysis and oversight of Earned Value Management Systems, ensuring compliance and strategic direction in a dyna...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join our dynamic team as you oversee program financial analysis and Earned Value Management Systems. Drive compliance, performance tracking, and strategic direction while collaborating with management...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Provide financial oversight and analysis for program performance, ensuring compliance with Earned Value Management Systems. Collaborate with management and clients to drive strategic financial decisio...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive program financial analysis and compliance by leveraging expertise in EVMS and financial tools. Collaborate with management to ensure accurate performance tracking and reporting while supporting...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by overseeing program financial analysis and compliance. Collaborate with teams to manage Earned Value Management Systems, ensuring accurate performance tracking and reporting while s...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive program success by overseeing Earned Value Management Systems, analyzing performance metrics, and providing financial support. Collaborate with management and clients to ensure compliance and op...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform program financial oversight by managing Earned Value Management Systems, ensuring compliance and performance tracking while providing strategic financial support and analysis in a dynamic en...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in financial analysis and program oversight, ensuring compliance with Earned Value Management Systems. Collaborate with teams to drive performance measurement and cost control while su...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee program financial analysis and Earned Value Management Systems. Drive compliance, manage cost performance, and support audits while collaborating with stakeholders in a...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee program financial analysis and Earned Value Management Systems, ensuring compliance and performance tracking while providing strategic financial support and insights in...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform program financial oversight by managing Earned Value Management Systems, analyzing performance metrics, and providing strategic financial support to ensure compliance and efficiency across p...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.