Controller at SCHMIDT INDUSTRIAL SERVICES LLC – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Company Overview

Schmidt Industrial Services, based in Chester PA, is a growing industrial business focused on ASME pressure vessel fabrication, CNC precision machining, and tactical facility solutions. Founded in 1948, the company serves customers across energy, food, chemicals, and defense.

Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive finance professional to manage key accounting, banking, and financial reporting activities. This role supports daily cash management, month-end and quarter-end close processes, financial analysis, and budgeting. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a solid accounting foundation, and the ability to drive process improvements across multiple finance functions. This role reports directly to the CEO.

Key Responsibilities:

Daily

· Reconcile multiple bank accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.

· Deposit checks and initiate electronic transfers as required.

· Complete credit requests, banking documentation, and customer/vendor inquiry forms.

Weekly

· Process accounts payable and ensure timely payments.

· Prepare and maintain short-term cash flow forecasts.

Monthly

· Support the month-end close process and prepare assigned financial reports.

· Calculate and process commissions.

· Reconcile bank and payroll accounts.

· Participate in month-end results discussions with management.

Quarterly

· Prepare financial materials for Board reporting.

· Complete quarterly bank reporting and covenant compliance documentation.

· Review inventory balances and variances.

· Support financial planning and analysis activities.

Annually

· Support the annual budgeting process.

· Coordinate with banking partners and assist with renewals or facility reviews.

· Review and assess insurance proposals.

· Conduct expense analysis and identify savings opportunities.

Ad Hoc

· Lead or support process improvement initiatives and operational cost improvement, especially around reporting and automation.

· Provide financial support for acquisitions, integrations, and other strategic projects.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

· 3–5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles (public accounting experience a plus).

· Strong understanding of GAAP, cash management, and financial reporting.

· Proficiency in Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar).

· Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.

· Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

· Plus: prior experience in manufacturing or fabrication environment

Benefits:

· Competitive pay and eligible for discretionary bonus

· Paid time off

· 401 (k) with company match after 6 months

· 100% covered medical plan for employee and dependents

· Dental, life insurance, STD/LTD