Account Coordinator

Account Coordinator

Location: Cleveland, OH (hybrid schedule)

Job Type: Full-time (40+ hour work week)

Job Level: Entry Level

Travel Involved: Up to 10%

Relocation Assistance: None

About HMT

Founded in 2002, HMT Associates, Inc. is a brand-activation agency built to deliver more than marketing. We craft experiences that move people – to act, to share, to stay loyal. Whether it’s through omnichannel campaigns, promotional marketing, or immersive events, we transform brand strategy into meaningful connections. Our independence gives us agility. Our leadership is hands-on, and values driven. And our family-owned legacy means we’re not just chasing quick wins – we’re building long-term brand equity with every engagement. In addition to our longstanding client relationships with businesses such as Mondelēz International, Lactalis, Tropicana, Ace Hardware, etc., our recognition for being an outstanding workplace shows that we’re a fun group of people who value hard work and team collaboration.

We are a team of collaborative, passionate individuals driven by our mission to be an indispensable partner to our clients, their brands, and our internal team members. Our mission is defined by simple core values that define how we act and approach every interaction. 

• Being an indispensable partner
• Acting like an owner
• Leading by example

About the Position

The role of Account Coordinator is to provide exceptional project management support/service to account executives, managers, the creative team and clients. The ideal candidate will help ensure success by fostering good working relationships, providing timely responses to inquiries and requests, always maintaining an open, clear line of communication, and remaining current on industry and client trends. The Account Coordinator position is a steppingstone to the many duties of an Account Executive.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Minimal direct client interaction, supports team in client communication preparation as needed
• Maintains basic working knowledge of industry and assigned client(s)
• Ensures all program details are captured and communicated accurately
• Monitors timelines & project status across multiple projects; supports program execution tasks for team
• Delivers internal communication focused on timeliness, clarity and attention to detail
• Demonstrates qualities of an overall team player, proactively pitch in and support various functions and needs of the business
• Supports updates to team reports including master timeline, program checklist(s), and client status documents
• Supports team on pulling financial data to inform reports acquisition
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or business-related field; 1-2 years project management experience preferred; marketing or agency experience is a plus
• Strong desire to develop a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Consumer, Experiential, and Shopper Marketing
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail
• Embodies an entrepreneurial spirit while supporting company goals and initiatives
• Proactive, dedicated team player with a commitment to foster collaboration
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible and adaptable to change with the ability to pivot based on client or business need
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously

Physical Demands

• Ability to frequently stand, sit, talk, hear, and reach
• May occasionally need to stoop, kneel, twist, and bend
• Occasionally move about in an office to attend meetings and to access cabinets/office supplies
• Specific vision abilities include close vision requirements due to computer work
• Ability to sit at a desk for an extended period
• Light to moderate lifting on occasion
• When traveling for company events, employees may be required to lift, stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, reach, stoop, kneel, twist and bend more frequently than usual