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.
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.
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 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.
Systems Analyst - Team Lead (Epic HB Claims and Remittance)
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in optimizing hospital billing processes by guiding a skilled claims team. Drive improvements in claims management, regulatory updates, and collaboration with professional billing to e...
Reposted 5 days ago
Senior Financial Systems Analyst
$80K - $95K *
Analyze and enhance financial systems to ensure compliance, security, and efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to troubleshoot issues and implement improvements, supporting critical operations wi...
Today
$90K - $110K *
Elevate your career by joining our dynamic RFP team, where you'll collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to streamline processes, enhance documentation quality, and drive strategic improvement...
5 days ago
Business Systems Analyst, Banking Technology - Staff/Senior Consultant
$90K - $120K *
Help us transform businesses by leveraging technology and innovation. Collaborate with top executives to deliver strategic solutions, navigate complex challenges, and drive digital implementations in...
5 days ago
$69K - $101K *
Join a dynamic finance team as a Financial Analyst, responsible for core accounting functions, financial reporting, and compliance. Collaborate across departments to analyze data and improve processes...
1 week ago
Project Manager/Senior Financial System Analyst
$140K - $160K *
Deliver impactful financial management solutions by leading a team of 8-10 professionals in federal financial systems. Engage with stakeholders to analyze data, support decision-making, and ensure suc...
1 week ago
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Specialist
$85K - $88K *
Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis, driving budgeting, forecasting, and reporting across diverse funding streams. Collaborate with leadership to enhance financial performance and suppo...
1 week ago
$72K - $134K *
Help us streamline product design changes and ensure compliance with customer requirements. You'll coordinate modifications, manage documentation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhanc...
Yesterday
Principal Security Operations Analyst
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's on the forefront of operational security, overseeing security events, managing tools, and enhancing processes to protect vital data while collaborating across various technology dom...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$70K - $92K *
Join a team that's redefining financial analysis by developing sophisticated models and reports that drive strategic decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance business perfor...
2 weeks ago
$118K - $163K *
Drive impactful cybersecurity initiatives by leveraging your signals analysis expertise. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance national security through advanced analytics and data science in a m...
1 week ago
$104K - $120K *
Elevate your career as a Senior Business Analyst, driving strategic initiatives across Finance and Technology. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance workflows, improve financial controls, and deli...
1 week ago
$120K - $135K *
Explore opportunities to transform data into actionable insights, supporting decision-making through analysis, reporting, and visualization. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance program performanc...
6 days ago
Project Manager/Senior Financial System Analyst
$140K - $160K *
Join a team that's transforming federal financial management by leading a skilled group of professionals in implementing Momentum Financials for high-priority projects, ensuring accurate data conversi...
1 week ago
Senior Business Analyst- Third Party Issuing-Global Payment Network
$111K - $126K *
Empower your analytical skills to drive strategic initiatives in a collaborative environment. As a key player, you'll analyze operational activities and support third-party issuer opportunities, impac...
Yesterday
Senior Business Analyst- Third Party Issuing-Global Payment Network
$101K - $115K *
Join us to drive strategic insights and operational excellence as a Senior Business Analyst. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance third-party issuer opportunities and leverage data analy...
Yesterday
$80K - $90K *
Unlock potential by serving as a key liaison between clients and internal teams, translating business needs into actionable requirements, and supporting implementations from discovery through delivery...
2 weeks ago
Housing Analyst (Program Analyst)
$99K - $107K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing housing services through research, analysis, and program development. Collaborate on cross-functional projects to implement effective strategies and ensure co...
4 days ago
$70K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to analyzing business needs and driving project success. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage tasks through Jira, and ensure alignment between objectives and deliverables...
1 week ago
Government Financial and Contract Analyst
$85K - $95K *
Unlock potential by collaborating with teams to enhance government contract processes, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Utilize data analysis and reporting to drive insights and support decision-ma...
3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Drive the design and implementation of employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance and excellent service. Collaborate with teams to enhance systems and support open enrollment, while analyzing dat...
1 week ago
$80K - $90K *
Unlock potential by providing expert budget analysis and financial management support. Collaborate with teams to track costs, prepare reports, and enhance financial systems, ensuring effective budget...
1 week ago
Senior Analyst Treasury Cash Forecasting & Analysis
$79K - $112K *
Transform cash forecasting processes by leveraging technology and analytics. Collaborate with Treasury leadership to enhance cash flow insights and automate reporting, ensuring accuracy and efficiency...
Yesterday
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's transforming HF intelligence analysis through cutting-edge tools and training. Contribute to mission-critical operations while shaping the future of human-machine collaboration in a...
4 days ago
Senior Business Analyst (Billing)
$64K - $147K *
Transform your career by leading business analysis initiatives, ensuring comprehensive documentation of requirements, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that drive pro...
3 weeks ago
What is a Functional Analyst?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job listings, review role requirements, and identify Functional Analyst opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more.