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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$110K - $120K *

Engage in a dynamic role supporting senior marketers in advising corporate clients on managing financial risks through derivative products, focusing on FX and Interest Rate solutions while enhancing c...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$122K - $160K *

Drive quality excellence by managing audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product quality and customer satisfaction while advocating f...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $92K *

Engage in policy analysis and development to enhance regulatory initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders and First Nations to inform policy changes, optimize processes, and ensure alignment with str...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $92K *

Transform policy analysis and regulatory initiatives by engaging stakeholders, conducting research, and developing recommendations to enhance BCER's framework and support legislative changes for optim...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $92K *

Join a team that's dedicated to shaping regulatory policies and enhancing stakeholder engagement. As a Policy Analyst, you'll conduct research, analyze complex issues, and develop strategic recommenda...

Kelowna, BCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in transforming business needs into actionable insights. Collaborate with stakeholders and data teams to enhance processes, drive improvements, and deliver impactful analytics solution...

Washington DC, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $125K *

Drive the future of Integrated Logistics Support by defining and implementing system requirements for engineering changes, ensuring optimal supportability for naval programs. Collaborate with cross-fu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $185K *

Champion financial systems integration and automation, driving month-end tasks and collaboration across global teams. Support SAP FICO and related applications to enhance operational efficiency and en...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $185K *

Unlock potential by managing finance systems integration and automation projects. Collaborate with global teams to support SAP FICO and ensure seamless financial close while driving process improvemen...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $185K *

Drive financial systems integration and automation, collaborating globally with finance and IT teams to enhance SAP FICO processes, support month-end tasks, and ensure seamless financial operations ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $185K *

Drive financial systems integration and automation projects, collaborating with global teams to support month-end tasks and enhance SAP Finance operations. Ensure seamless financial close and effectiv...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $106K *

Support the credit and collections process by managing accounts, ensuring timely billing, and maintaining strong customer relationships. Collaborate with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and up...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing portfolio risk analyses, ensuring compliance with credit policies, and implementing innovative AI solutions to enhance credit risk functions across the organ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$65K - $113K *

Contribute to the development of payment traceability by analyzing processes, documenting requirements, and supporting testing efforts. Collaborate with various teams to ensure effective payment journ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of Power BI solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to create scalable analytics and reporting tools, ensuring data-driven decision making. Leverage cloud...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $171K *

Transform operational efficiency by leading business systems analysis and managing the QGenda scheduling system. Collaborate with leadership to optimize physician schedules and enhance decision-making...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining technical support for enterprise systems. Leverage your expertise in SQL, API integrations, and troubleshooting to enhance business-critical applications and drive contin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by driving financial insights and analytics. Collaborate across teams to transform data into strategic decisions, enhancing growth and efficiency in a dynamic environment. Join us...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by serving as a key functional expert in Oracle E-Business Suite, driving project accounting processes and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance project execution across a c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Strategize and enhance employee benefits programs through data analysis, compliance, and vendor partnerships. Collaborate with HR and finance to optimize plan performance and improve employee experien...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Drive operational excellence by collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify priorities and deliver scalable technology solutions that enhance manufacturing systems and processes across produ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$81K - $138K *

Lead impactful research initiatives to combat child labor and human trafficking. Utilize advanced analytical skills to inform policy and enhance global labor standards, while mentoring junior analysts...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$101K - $138K *

Empower your career by managing and enhancing employee benefit programs. Collaborate with HR and vendors to ensure compliance, analyze data for improvements, and support a positive employee experience...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in capital markets by analyzing and optimizing Calypso solutions. Leverage your expertise to bridge business needs and technology, enhancing trade lifecycle proce...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $111K *

Drive the claims module for health care projects, providing domain expertise and analysis. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality processes, meet customer expectations, and assist in implementation...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business 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.