Account Supervisor

Job summary

The Account Supervisor manages a portfolio of client accounts, overseeing project execution, budgets, and cross-functional team coordination. They act as the primary client lead to ensure campaign goals are met while fostering professional growth within their team.

Job details

POSITION DESCRIPTION ROLE: ACCOUNT SUPERVISOR TEAM: ACCOUNTS LOCATION: TORONTO (HYBRID) COMPANY OVERVIEW Salt is a North American marketing agency that creates connected experiences through creative, digital & media innovation. Our mission is to “Earn The World’s Attention” and Salt is built to find, develop, execute, and amplify the ideas that are worthy of our clients’ audiences. We’ve structured our agency to do what’s right for our clients – to connect different perspectives, to work across mediums, and to focus on delivering meaningful, effective results. We’re committed to living up to the values in our name. “Salt of The Earth” means we value collaborative, humble, hard-working people here. We’re looking for people who are as smart as they are kind because we believe the right talent and the right culture help us do what’s right for our clients. ROLE OVERVIEW As an Account Supervisor, you’ll oversee a portfolio of mid-sized client accounts or multiple brands within a larger partnership, operating in a fast-paced, client-facing environment. You are both a trusted advisor to clients and a day-to-day leader for your team, balancing hands-on delivery with coaching and oversight. You’ll manage relationships, budgets, and cross-functional execution, ensuring every campaign phase delivers measurable value against client goals. You’ll proactively identify opportunities, risks, or efficiencies, bringing clarity and structure to complex, multi-channel programs. With a balance of strategic thinking, sharp communication, and calm problem-solving, you’ll lead integrated teams through shifting priorities with confidence and composure. Whether guiding junior colleagues, managing vendors, or preparing client strategies, you’ll bring initiative, adaptability, and integrity to every interaction—helping teams deliver great work from idea to execution. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Project & Operational Management Independently manage a portfolio of projects and workstreams, ensuring delivery across all phases of execution. Own timelines, approvals, and cross-functional coordination to keep integrated campaigns on track. Lead internal meetings, project schedules, and operational activities across the account lifecycle. Anticipate needs and proactively address risks, adapting plans to shifting priorities while maintaining composure. Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, delivery quality, and team effectiveness. Vendor & Partner Management Recommend and select vendors based on project needs, scope, and quality expectations. Manage contracts, negotiations, and performance to ensure accountability and high-quality delivery. Build and maintain trusted relationships with suppliers, freelancers, and agency partners to strengthen long-term collaboration. Provide oversight, direction, and coaching to team members and on-site staff, fostering morale and professional growth. Financial Acumen Build and manage budgets, including estimates, scopes, and rationales, with accuracy and accountability. Monitor costs and variances throughout the project lifecycle, proactively proposing trade-offs or solutions. Partner with Finance to reconcile budgets, ensure compliance, and deliver timely financial reporting. Manage account financials, including invoicing, billing, and payments, in collaboration with internal teams. Provide strategic budget guidance to clients, including scenario planning and cost-justified recommendations. Uphold integrity, transparency, and professionalism in all financial practices. Client Growth Act as the day-to-day client lead, managing relationships and ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality work. Build trusted client partnerships by communicating with clarity, adapting tone and delivery to stakeholder needs. Develop a deep understanding of the client’s business, brand, and objectives to proactively support their goals. Prepare for and actively contribute to client meetings with insights, recaps, and recommendations. Gather and share pre- and post-program learnings to connect results to client KPIs and inform future work. Identify and pursue opportunities for organic growth, expanded partnerships, and new business proposals. client briefs, and strategic proposals to support new business and retention efforts. EXPERIENCE & SKILLS 5-7 years of experience in the marketing industry, including 5+ years in account management or a related client-facing role within a creative, experiential, or integrated agency. Proven leader with strong people management skills, including mentoring, coaching, and supporting team morale and professional growth. Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple mid-sized accounts or brand portfolios, managing complex campaigns with accuracy, clarity, and accountability. Experienced in vendor selection, contract negotiation, and partner management, with a track record of building trusted, long-term relationships. Skilled in financial management, including budget building, monitoring variances, reconciling program-level financials, and contributing to team P&L oversight. Excellent communicator and confident presenter, able to adapt tone and delivery to clients, teams, and stakeholders while simplifying complexity. Strategic thinker with a passion for marketing, brand partnerships, and business growth, able to proactively identify client opportunities and risks. Highly organized, adaptable, and calm under pressure, thriving in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities. PERKS & BENEFITS THAT SET US APART We don’t just talk about balance, growth, and culture, we build for it: Work-Life Flexibility: Hybrid setup, up to 28 paid days off, winter holiday shutdowns, and dog-friendly office vibes. Comprehensive Coverage: Health, dental, and vision plans, plus Salt Bucks to spend on what matters to you—wellness, RRSPs, or extra time off. Growth-Driven Culture: Dedicated Salt Days, top-tier learning access, and formal leadership development. Celebration-First Mentality: Legendary team trips, seasonal socials, and Salt Swag that reps your squad. Real Rewards: Referral and new business bonuses, exclusive lifestyle perks, and personalized wellness options. Culture of Belonging: DEI programs, active ERGs, and a workplace where every voice counts. WHAT WE STAND FOR Salt of the Earth: We lead with humility, honesty, and heart—always. Do What’s Right: No shortcuts. We choose integrity over ease, every time. Earn Your Salt: We roll up our sleeves, chase results, and celebrate the journey. Make Things Better: We’re solution-seekers, always pushing for smarter ways forward. Seek Different Perspectives: Diversity fuels our thinking. Inclusion drives our impact. The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $80,000–$100,000. Individual compensation within this range is determined based on job-related factors such as experience, skills, level of responsibility, internal equity, and business needs. This range represents the expected base salary for this role and does not include other elements of SALT/The Kitchen’s total rewards program.

What you’ll do

The Account Supervisor manages a portfolio of client accounts, overseeing project execution, budgets, and cross-functional team coordination. They act as the primary client lead to ensure campaign goals are met while fostering professional growth within their team.

Requirements

Candidates must have 5-7 years of experience in the marketing industry, with at least 5 years in account management or a client-facing agency role. Strong leadership, financial acumen, and the ability to manage complex, multi-channel campaigns are essential.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Wellness program
• Leadership development
• Referral bonus
• New business bonus
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Account Management · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• client relations · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Contract Negotiation · Preferred
• Cross-Functional Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Account management
• Project management
• Budget management
• Vendor management
• Strategic planning
• Client relations
• Leadership
• Communication
• Financial reporting
• Marketing strategy
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Problem-solving
• Contract negotiation
• Team mentoring
• Integrated marketing
• Process Improvement
• Mentorship
• Invoicing
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Management
• Timelines
• Problem Solving
• Strategic Thinking
• Honesty
• Strong Work Ethic
• Innovation
• Relationship Building
• Adaptability
• Marketing
• Negotiation
• Coaching
• Finance
• Accountability
• Professionalism
• Project Schedules
• Profit And Loss (P&L) Management
• Vendor Management
• Balancing (Ledger/Billing)
• Account Management
• Composure
• Calmness Under Pressure
• Systems Development Life Cycle
• People Management
• Relationship Management
• Leadership Development
• Billing
• Financial Management
• Financial Statements
• Financial Acumen
• Contract Negotiation

Job areas

• Marketing
• Management & Leadership
• Creative & Media
• Consulting
• Account Supervisor
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