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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$100K - $120K *

Innovate the future of capital markets technology by enhancing trading platforms. Collaborate with global teams to bridge business and technology, driving requirements gathering and supporting critica...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $102K *

Lead advanced financial management analysis to enhance budget formulation, execution, and strategic operations. Drive improvements in internal controls and fiscal stewardship while ensuring compliance...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $102K *

Help us transform financial management by conducting advanced analysis, preparing justifications, and enhancing internal controls to ensure compliance and fiscal stewardship across budget operations...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading payroll processing and HRIS projects. Drive system upgrades, conduct data analysis, and ensure compliance across multi-state regulations. Collaborate with teams to streamli...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Drive data-driven insights by building robust data models and pipelines. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data integrity and deliver actionable reports across various business functions, enhanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$155K - $194K *

Champion the optimization of business processes across multiple teams, serving as a key liaison between stakeholders and IT. Drive strategic solutions, enhance AI capabilities, and empower teams to au...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform user experiences by implementing software enhancements and resolving issues. Collaborate with stakeholders to align business needs with performance, ensuring adherence to privacy and confide...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operational efficiencies through expert application support and training. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive strategic objectives and foster a hig...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$115K - $130K *

Join our team to enhance operational efficiency and drive innovative solutions for federal clients. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze processes, develop recommendations, and support national se...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $113K *

Transform data into actionable insights by developing BI solutions, managing datasets, and creating reports and dashboards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data quality and support ongoing BI...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Drive the enhancement of anesthesiology departments by implementing and supporting the Epic Anesthesia module, ensuring optimal system performance and improved patient care through technical expertise...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Optimize anesthesiology operations by implementing and supporting the Epic Anesthesia module, ensuring seamless integration and improved patient care through technical expertise and collaboration with...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $149K *

Join a dynamic team to lead eDiscovery activities, ensuring quality and compliance in complex investigations. Utilize your expertise to guide junior staff and deliver data-driven solutions for high-pr...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$93K - $120K *

Transform financial planning and analysis by leveraging your expertise to drive accurate reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational performan...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $165K *

Drive operational excellence by managing high-visibility tasks and coordinating executive actions for leadership in a dynamic environment. Leverage your expertise in task management and acquisition su...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Champion your career by leading advanced incident response and forensics efforts. Drive malware analysis, develop detection tools, and enhance threat intelligence while providing technical leadership...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $136K *

Lead and manage a team of Business Systems Analysts to deliver detailed system requirements and specifications for a cutting-edge credit risk product, collaborating closely with stakeholders in a dyna...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $125K *

Unlock potential by leading finance system initiatives that enhance reporting, automate processes, and ensure data integrity. Collaborate with IT and cross-functional teams to implement and improve fi...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $125K *

Lead transformative finance initiatives by managing ERP systems, ensuring data integrity, and driving automation in finance processes through collaborative efforts with IT and cross-functional teams t...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading data-driven initiatives in reporting and analytics. Own SQL datasets, develop Power BI dashboards, and collaborate with teams to enhance decision-making and explore AI inte...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to identifying and mitigating technology risks. You'll analyze potential threats, implement strategies, and ensure compliance, all while safeguarding our technological ass...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by identifying and mitigating technology risks. This role involves analyzing risks, implementing strategies, and ensuring compliance to protect organizational assets while fosterin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $102K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing financial strategies and ensuring compliance. As a key financial advisor, you'll lead budgeting efforts, monitor expenditures, and support strategic planning...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $260K *

Shape the future of national security by leveraging your SIGINT/CYBER analysis skills. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop exploitation plans and insights that enhance mission effectiveness and...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $260K *

Champion national security by leveraging your SIGINT/CYBER analysis skills to develop and execute exploitation plans. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance mission effectiveness and share critica...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.