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.
Sr. Analyst, Guaranteed Investments Contracts
$110K - $115K *
Join a team that's driving innovative investment solutions in the GIC business. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to manage portfolios, execute trades, and analyze market dynamics while enhancing...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Deliver impactful data insights by transforming complex datasets into actionable analytics. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-making and support advanced analytics initiatives within a...
1 week ago
Senior Business Systems Analyst (ERP)
$106K - $133K *
Drive innovation as a Senior Business Systems Analyst, collaborating across departments to enhance ERP systems. Utilize your analytical skills to streamline processes, support users, and implement tec...
5 days ago
$79K - $127K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing health research through innovative statistical analysis and mentoring. Collaborate with investigators to design studies, prepare publications, and present fin...
6 days ago
Sr. Program Analyst - Office of the CIO
$95K - $115K *
Drive strategic initiatives and enhance operational effectiveness by leveraging data analytics, program management, and executive reporting. Collaborate with IT and business leaders to deliver actiona...
1 week ago
$88K - $142K *
Transform your career as a Senior Financial Analyst driving strategic financial planning and insights. Collaborate with leaders to optimize financial decision-making and enhance business performance t...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Analyst, Cash Flow Underwriting & Intelligence
$95K - $115K *
Transform data into actionable insights by analyzing merchant financial health, driving faster approvals, and enhancing portfolio monitoring. Collaborate with teams to leverage AI tools for smarter de...
4 days ago
Senior Analyst, Cash Flow Underwriting & Intelligence
$95K - $115K *
Champion data-driven decisions by analyzing merchant bank activity to optimize approval processes and portfolio health, leveraging AI tools to enhance insights and drive growth in a fast-paced financi...
4 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive optimization of client business processes by analyzing and aligning them with industry standards. Collaborate with technical teams to implement solutions, ensuring system stability and performan...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in optimizing data governance and classification initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client processes, ensuring compliance and performance through effective...
2 weeks ago
Computer Software/Integration Analyst
$80K - $95K *
Drive innovation in IT solutions by implementing and integrating computer systems, conducting thorough requirements analysis, and ensuring user satisfaction through formal design reviews and testing p...
1 week ago
$65K - $118K *
Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to oversee program execution, manage strategic communications, and ensure effective reporting for the nation's nuclear deterrence mission, driving impactful resul...
5 days ago
Principal Financial Analyst, OCI Virtual Networking
$84K - $187K *
Transform financial strategy by partnering with engineering teams to deliver insights that drive product decisions and operational efficiency. Leverage data analysis to optimize growth and enhance fin...
2 weeks ago
Principal Financial Analyst, OCI Virtual Networking
$84K - $187K *
Unlock potential by partnering with engineering and finance teams to drive financial strategy, optimize investments, and deliver actionable insights that enhance product performance and operational ef...
2 weeks ago
TLT/SDA Data Technical Analyst (PPM I)
$86K - $110K *
Lead data-driven initiatives as a Data Technical Analyst, supporting crime analysis and investigations. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance data quality and provide critical insights for law...
1 week ago
Transaction Analyst/Senior Analyst, P&C Due Diligence
$80K - $95K *
Support growth by delivering insightful transaction analysis in property & casualty insurance, ensuring accurate financial assessments for acquisitions. Collaborate with project managers and leverage...
3 weeks ago
IT Operations Analyst- HPE Non-Stop Operations
$80K - $95K *
Transform technical support for global environments by enhancing client service, managing incidents, and driving process improvements through automation and collaboration with stakeholders...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Optimize your career by driving environmental analytics for global infrastructure projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and enhance reporting frameworks, while support...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Innovate solutions as a JDE System Analyst, enhancing business processes through JD Edwards E1. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, optimize workflows, and ensure effective implement...
5 days ago
Reverse Engineer (Level II-IV)
$160K - $215K *
Unlock potential by performing technical analysis to identify indicators of compromise, supporting customer operations through malware reverse engineering and documentation for detection and mitigatio...
4 days ago
Government and Infrastructure- Service Delivery Center - Data, Application and Automation Sr Analyst
$65K - $134K *
Accelerate progress at a leading consulting firm by enhancing data platforms and automations. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions that improve client operations and drive measurable...
2 weeks ago
Enterprise Application Developer
$85K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team to develop and maintain custom solutions within an ERP system. Drive integration between enterprise platforms and create insightful reports, ensuring alignment with business needs...
Reposted 1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Accelerate your career by leading the design and governance of our Workday ecosystem. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize HCM and Financials, ensuring a secure and scalable platform th...
5 days ago
Epic Application Analyst - ClinDoc/Stork
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by managing system design, build, and support for applications, ensuring optimal functionality and user satisfaction while collaborating across teams to enhance workflows and resolve...
5 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive operational excellence as a senior IT Operations Analyst providing expert support and leadership across a range of technical environments to enhance service reliability, supportability, and effi...
4 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.