Staff Accountant

Clayton • Maryville, TN

20h

About The Position

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. Staff Accountant – Financial Shared Services The Staff Accountant – Financial Shared Services plays a critical role in building a centralized and scalable accounting function that supports the organization’s long‑term growth. This position is responsible for delivering consistent, accurate, and high‑quality financial information while advancing standardization, strengthening internal controls, and enhancing data governance across multiple business units. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, embraces continuous improvement, and seeks broad exposure across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general accounting/ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Self‑motivated, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement.
• High level of integrity, sound judgment, and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform general ledger activities including journal entries, account reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable processing, and fixed asset management.
• Ensure adherence to GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities with accuracy and timeliness.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests, compliance activities, and documentation.
• Help develop, document, and maintain standardized accounting policies and procedures.
• Contribute to data governance efforts to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and consistency of financial information across systems and processes.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, enhance operational efficiency, and improve reporting quality.
• Partner with teams across finance, operations, and shared services to improve process transparency and drive consistency.
• Serve as a responsible steward of company assets and financial data, promoting strong ethical and control‑focused behaviors.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level