Accounting Manager

Artemis Solutions has partnered with a leading and rapidly growing residential property management company to identify an experienced Accounting Manager to lead and scale their accounting operations in Lexington, KY
.

This organization manages thousands of residential units across multiple states and is in a major growth and restructuring phase. As part of this expansion, all accounting and finance operations are being centralized in Lexington to support improved workflow, reporting, and long-term scalability.

This role will serve as the primary accounting and financial leader
, working closely with ownership and leadership.

The Accounting Manager will oversee all accounting and financial operations for a large residential property portfolio. This individual will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, scalable processes, and actionable financial insights.

This role is ideal for a hands-on, proactive accounting leader with deep experience in residential property management accounting who thrives in fast-paced, high-volume environments.

• Serve as the lead accounting and finance professional for the organization
• Oversee month-end close, financial statements, and forecasting
• Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of revenue, expenses, deposits, and vendor payments
• Develop, evaluate, and improve SOPs to support growth and efficiency
• Work extensively within Yardi (or similar systems such as Real Page or Entrata) and Excel
• Provide clear financial reporting and insights to ownership and leadership
• Identify issues proactively and implement solutions quickly
• Manage and mentor a lower-level accounting professional (bookkeeper/staff accountant)
• Ensure accounting practices support scaled growth across a high-volume residential portfolio

• 3–5+ years of experience in residential property management accounting
• Prior experience in a senior-level accounting role (Accounting Manager, Controller, or similar)
• Strong proficiency in Yardi or comparable property management software
• Advanced or high-intermediate Excel skills
• Proven ability to manage financial reporting in high-volume residential environments
• Ability to work independently, identify gaps, and build structure without constant direction

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
• Experience leading or building accounting teams
• Background with large residential portfolios (hundreds or thousands of units)
• Experience supporting ownership or investors with financial reporting
• 100% on-site role in Lexington, KY (flexibility as needed, but not a hybrid position)
• High autonomy and trust—no micromanagement
• Fast-moving, results-driven environment with a “get it done” mentality
• Opportunity to shape SOPs, workflows, and standards during a major growth phase

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Salary range: $90,000 – $120,000 (based on experience)

📈 401(k) with company match

🏖️ Paid Time Off (starting with 2 weeks, on an accrual bases)

🚚 Relocation assistance considered for highly qualified candidates

This is a rare opportunity to join a growing residential property management company during a major expansion phase. The right candidate will have the chance to make a meaningful impact, build long-term stability, and contribute to shaping accounting processes from the ground up.