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.
EXPLOITATION ANALYST (Levels I-IV)
$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...
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EXPLOITATION ANALYST (Levels I-IV)
$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...
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Senior Analyst, AML FCM Client Intelligence Unit
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial integrity by conducting thorough investigations of high-risk clients, ensuring compliance with AML regulations, and mitigating financial crime risks...
3 days ago
Engineer/Analyst - Radiation Assessment and Decommissioning
$101K - $122K *
Join us in delivering innovative solutions for the nuclear sector, leading safety analysis and regulatory compliance efforts. Collaborate with a skilled team to ensure operational excellence and clien...
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$80K - $95K *
Innovate with us to enhance business systems through application development, data analysis, and automation. Collaborate across teams to transform operational needs into effective solutions while leve...
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$80K - $100K *
Make your mark at a dynamic organization by managing financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial operations and drive...
3 weeks ago
IT Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst
$105K - $110K *
Champion quality assurance by collaborating with IT and business teams to ensure software meets user requirements and standards. Design and execute testing strategies, manage UAT, and facilitate defec...
4 days ago
Financial Analyst III - Real Estate and Operations
$92K - $148K *
Elevate financial operations by partnering with analysts to enhance month-end close processes, manage financial data, and support real estate functions while driving process improvements and ensuring...
1 week ago
Analyst, Corporate Asset Management
$80K - $100K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to support asset management through analytics, budgeting, and performance reporting, while gaining valuable experience in institutional real estate and the Y...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Analyst, Asset Lifecyle Management
$95K - $115K *
Engage in asset lifecycle management by establishing standards, improving data quality, and connecting projects with operations. Collaborate across teams to enhance decision-making and drive sustainab...
5 days ago
Client Technical Solutions Lead, PathWise
$110K - $130K *
Engineer impactful solutions by leading client technical strategies in actuarial modelling and quantitative analytics. Collaborate across disciplines to address complex client needs and drive successf...
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Client Technical Solutions Lead, PathWise
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading client technical solutions, bridging actuarial modelling, quantitative analytics, and technology for optimal outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impa...
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Data Analyst - Information Technology
$90K - $105K *
Unlock potential by transforming data into actionable insights through developing KPIs, dashboards, and reporting solutions. Collaborate with executives to enhance decision-making and drive data-drive...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team where you will manage debt administration, enhance cash flow analysis, and implement Treasury systems while developing relationships across the organization...
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Analyst/Manager IC - Regulatory
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to navigating regulatory landscapes and supporting pipeline projects. Utilize your expertise in FERC regulations and tariff revisions to drive compliance and strategic ini...
1 week ago
$136K - $180K *
Shape the future of finance transformation by designing and optimizing enterprise planning data flows, automating processes with Oracle AI Agents, and ensuring seamless integration across ERP, EPM, an...
3 days ago
$136K - $180K *
Drive the charge in transforming finance processes by leveraging Oracle EPM and AI technologies. Design and optimize data flows, automate planning, and ensure seamless integration across platforms to...
3 days ago
Financial Planning Analyst / Sr. Analyst
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing financial analysis and planning support for the Products Pipelines business unit, focusing on performance tracking, reporting, and market analysis to drive op...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $135K *
Unlock potential by guiding clients through tailored investment strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate portfolios, ensuring optimal asset allocation and long-term financial su...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clients' financial futures through tailored investment strategies. Leverage your expertise in portfolio management and client service to drive impactful decis...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Analyze and support innovative business solutions, enhancing efficiency and stakeholder engagement. Collaborate with teams to define processes, manage projects, and deliver value aligned with strategi...
1 week ago
Senior Analyst, Finance Technology - Revenue & Billing
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in optimizing revenue lifecycle technology, ensuring seamless billing, timekeeping, and reporting processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance application performance...
1 week ago
Senior Analyst, Finance Technology - Revenue & Billing
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in optimizing revenue lifecycle technology, ensuring seamless integration and support across billing, timekeeping, and reporting processes while collaborating with cross-functional tea...
1 week ago
Senior Analyst, Finance Technology - Revenue & Billing
$95K - $115K *
Transform the revenue lifecycle technology by driving functional operations, support, and enhancements. Collaborate with Finance, IT, and vendors to ensure seamless billing, timekeeping, and reporting...
1 week ago
Senior Analyst, Finance Technology - Revenue & Billing
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by driving the functional excellence of revenue technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance billing, timekeeping, and reporting processes, ensuring operational e...
1 week 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.