Account Manager

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands.

We’re hiring an Account Manager for a well-known advertising agency that specializes in manufacturing clients. This hybrid contract-to-hire role is based in Smithtown, NY and offers a dynamic opportunity to lead creative projects while building lasting client relationships.

As the Account Manager, you’ll serve as a key liaison between the agency and its clients—ensuring smooth project execution, strong communication, and strategic results. You’ll thrive in this role if you're highly organized, solutions-driven, and passionate about delivering high-quality work that exceeds expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Manage project logistics including schedules, budgets, talent, vendors, and approval processes with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Anticipate client and team needs and offer proactive, effective solutions.

• Build and nurture strong day-to-day relationships with client contacts.

• Lead and document client status meetings with precision.

• Collaborate with agency leadership to define project objectives and assign tasks.

• Oversee small- and mid-sized projects independently, ensuring successful delivery.

• Coordinate project briefs, enforce deadlines, manage invoicing, and liaise with teams and vendors.

• Develop presentations and proposals, facilitate brainstorming sessions, and maintain consistent client communication.

• Offer insights into industry and competitive landscapes to elevate strategic thinking.

• Identify opportunities for account growth and support broader agency initiatives.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• 401(k) Program

• Commuter Benefits

• eLearning & Education Reimbursement

• Ongoing Training & Development Opportunities

• To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the assignment must last a minimum of 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Our dedicated recruitment team will be in touch to guide you through the interview process and advocate for your success.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.