The Retail Field Auditor (RFA) conducts retail audits (on location) at Clayton-owned retail home centers (HC) to promote compliance in four primary business management disciplines: Cash, Administrative, Inventory and General (safety and compliance). The RFA position offers the broadest, deepest dive into the retail company in the shortest amount of time than that of any position within the Clayton company. The overall goal of this position is to ensure our Home Center Managers (HCM) operate their respective businesses to comply with company established policies and procedures in their pursuit of becoming, and maintaining, a long-term profitable business venture to the benefit of Clayton customers/their communities as well as Clayton local/corporate team members. Direct work experience and/or background in accounting, internal audit and/or business management is preferred, but not necessary. Retail Field Auditor (RFA) Abilities Due to the broad scope of responsibilities, any RFA candidate must possess the following skills/characteristics, and all are critical to success: High tolerance for being “on the road” for most weeks throughout the year Coachable Basic understanding of business accounting, GAAP (BSBA degree preferred, not necessary) Interpersonal, must relate to and effectively communicate with: People of various positions within the retail company, overall People with various management styles and personality types Writing skills, must be able to professionally and concisely communicate (in writing) HC audit summaries via email, and situational summaries as they occur, to various persons in retail and internal audit managers Time management – no “clocking in”, must complete the work within the time designated Self-management – own/make your schedule to a significant degree Attention to detail coupled with ability to focus on what is important, this is critical to success in the daily work Retail Field Auditor Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct retail audits of HCs based on Retail Audit Scorecard Rules and Guidelines. Ensure compliance to all CMH operational policy and procedures Willingness to travel extensively – This work can only be completed by being present at the retail HC. Expect to be away from home 3-4 nights/week, 48-50 weeks/year Retail Field Auditor Core Competencies (currently possess or priority to become proficient): Audit disciplines, especially competent in all areas of a HC audit Strong business analyst skills, as well as familiarity/ability to read and interpret a profit and loss statement and other reports/documents supporting same Possess strong working knowledge, ability to learn and become proficient in the use of an infinite number of Clayton’s processes and supporting electronic information systems, then use them to directly access information in pursuit of completing HC audits or collaborate on projects – LINK reports, Concur, SAP, MS Office, video conferencing, Tableau, proprietary imaging systems, sales commission reporting, variety of retail reports (income statements, accounts payable), allowance schedule (deal budgets), inventory management, payroll, manufacturing re-imbursement systems (bill-back system). Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to focus on relevant details. Professional demeanor, appearance. Preferred Locations: Greensboro, NC / Raleigh, NC / Birmingham, AL / Columbia, SC/ Knoxville, Tn Why Clayton? Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more. As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program. At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members. Clayton’s Home Office campus offers an onsite restaurant, onsite fitness facility with full gym, in-person and virtual workout classes, yoga / barre studio, volleyball and basketball courts, walking paths, and a disc golf course. Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Compensation Grade Pay Range $76,465.00 - $95,585.00 Business Unit - B00015 HomeTeam The Clayton story began in 1956 with a simple but powerful mission – helping more hardworking families across America achieve homeownership. Clayton is committed to Opening Doors to a Better Life. We are a leading single family, values driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices, and creating a world class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. Our success is in our team members - join our team and see how you can make us build a better tomorrow stronger. As a shared service, Home Team team members support many functions across the Clayton enterprise. The Home Team includes wellbeing, internal audit, accounting/finance, marketing, legal, campus operations, and more. We believe our strength is our people. That's why we invest in opportunities for our team members to personally and professionally grow. As a leader in modern and attainable housing, Clayton is committed to delivering forward-looking technology solutions. With a dedicated team of over 500 technology professionals, we continue to evolve and innovate, ensuring we remain at the forefront of our industry. Our collaborative and innovative culture encourages team members to grow to their full potential. Our focus on team member experience, development and engagement is paramount, offering career pathing and leadership development opportunities to foster growth and success within our organization. Clayton Home Building Group has more than 12,000 team members across the United States, and built more than 59,000 homes last year. Home Building Group makes the dream of homeownership a reality every single day, delivering quality-built homes at an attainable price. We are dedicated to a world-class team member experience, environmentally responsible building practices and helping provide attainable housing for all. This business unit is comprised of Clayton Manufacturing, Clayton Supply, and Clayton Properties Group. With 2,900+ team members and 400+ Retail locations nationwide, our home consultants create a world-class home buying experience by assisting customers in identifying a floor plan, selecting options, and coordinating the construction process. Clayton Retail sells more than 25,000 homes annually, as we strive to help customers achieve homeownership across America.