Cost Analyst

Clayton is 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. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.

Reports to:

Costing Manager Job Status:

Full-Time/Salary Department:

Costing Mobility Profile:

On Location General Expectations:

The Facility Cost Analyst is responsible for identifying operational and cost-related challenges within the plant and cost departments, and for developing and implementing effective solutions. This role works closely with plant management to analyze and improve processes, actively participates in cross-functional teams, and contributes to various plant and cost-related projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with plant leadership to resolve process inefficiencies
• Participating in team initiatives and improvement projects
• Conducting in-depth analysis of cost data to address production and inventory issues
• Maintaining a strong understanding of cost systems and their application
• Ensuring compliance with government regulations and company policies The ideal candidate will possess a solid grasp of cost accounting principles, demonstrate analytical problem-solving skills, and have a working knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and internal guidelines.

Duties /

Responsibilities:

Major Objective:

Develop and maintain accurate Bills of Material (BOM) for each model and each option produced in his/her facilities.

This is accomplished by:

Prototyping of new models and options Re-audits of existing models and options Inventory category audits Like model comparisons

Daily Duties:

Review Daily Production Report for margin irregularities. Monitor Special Request forms and respond as early as possible. This will include providing cost impacts to the special request. Monitor product changes and BOM adjustments. Review and complete violation reports. Communicate all large BOM adjustments. All other duties that may be required.

Weekly Duties:

Review all models in the backlog to make sure they have base BOM's and that they are up to date. Attend appropriate meetings. All other duties that may be required.

Monthly Duties:

Complete the BOM accuracy review process. This will include 40-80 hours of auditing on the production line per month. If changes to a BOM needs to be made after they come offline, but before the month-end closing date, the home can be re-yarded to record the true or revised cost. Complete the monthly base BOM analysis spreadsheets for review by the Friday after close. All other duties that may be required.

Physical Inventory:

It is the responsibility of the Facility Cost Analyst to assist the Materials Manager and Costing Manager in preparing his/her plant for physical inventory. During inventory, the Facility Cost Analyst will be responsible for calculating work in process (WIP) inventories. This process takes 7-9 hours per facility after becoming efficient at the process.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required:

Great communication skills Ability to coordinate material changes/processes with team members. Attention to detail. Organization skills Mathematical skills Motivated to pursue improvement.

Education and Qualifications:

Associate degree or equivalent experience. Experience with Microsoft core products. (Word, Excel, & PowerPoint) Experience in manufacturing with a preference in manufactured homes. The starting salary range for this role is $56,000, with flexibility for higher compensation based on experience and qualifications. 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 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. Business Unit - B00018 Clayton Manufacturing 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 help us build a better tomorrow. 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.