Accounting and Purchasing Specialist

EP!C; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision insurance

403(b) retirement savings

On-site wellness center

Professional development opportunities

Training programs

Team environment

Meaningful community work

Job summary

EP!C is seeking an Accounting and Purchasing Specialist to support daily financial operations, including processing transactions, maintaining records, and entering invoices and receipts. The role also leads the agency’s purchasing program, coordinating with approved vendors to ensure staff have timely access to supplies.

The ideal candidate will have 1+ year accounting and purchasing experience, be detail-oriented, organized, and able to balance accuracy with customer service while maintaining

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred.
• 1+ years of accounting experience.
• 1+ years of purchasing experience.
• 1+ years of experience using accounting software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, filters, sorting).
• Possess a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Process daily accounting transactions and maintain accurate financial records.
• Enter invoices and receipts; support audit compliance.
• Lead agency purchasing program and purchase supplies through approved vendors.
• Balance accuracy with customer service; train staff on ordering process.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Ethical conduct

Vendor management

Customer service

Education

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

MISSON, VISION & VAULES

Support the agency’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan philosophy

Manage all responsibilities based on the agency's mission, using individual choice, and all appropriate policies, procedures, and regulations.

Conduct oneself in a way that reflects the highest standards of professional courtesy and ethical practices to people served, staff, guardians, families, and all outside contacts.

Brief Description

MISSON, VISION & VAULES

Support the agency’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan philosophy

Manage all responsibilities based on the agency's mission, using individual choice, and all appropriate policies, procedures, and regulations.

Conduct oneself in a way that reflects the highest standards of professional courtesy and ethical practices to people served, staff, guardians, families, and all outside contacts.

EP!C is looking for a detail-oriented, organized, and dependable professional to support our Accounting Department. In this role, you’ll help keep our financial operations running smoothly by processing daily accounting transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, entering invoices and receipts, and supporting audit compliance. You’ll also take the lead on purchasing agency supplies through approved vendors, ensuring staff have a clear and efficient process for placing and receiving orders. We’re looking for someone who can balance accuracy and customer service with strong organizational and communication skills. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with financial information, managing vendor relationships, monitoring pricing, maintaining purchasing records, and training staff on the ordering process.

Requirements

Education and Experience Requirements

• Associate degree preferred.
• 1+ years of accounting experience.
• 1+ years of experience in a purchasing role.
• 1+ years of experience using accounting software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, filters, sorting).
• Possess a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.

Knowledge, Abilities, And Skills

• Purchasing and accounting knowledge.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal forms.
• Strong ethical conduct.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking and sitting.
• Regular reaching, grasping, and standing.
• Other physical activities related to an office environment.
• General office equipment operates, including multi-line phone, fax machine, printer, copier, and personal computer.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Summary

The Accounting and Purchasing Specialist manages daily transactions. They provide vital clerical and administrative support to the Accounting Department to ensure accurate record-keeping and smooth financial operations. The position is also responsible for the purchasing of the agency’s weekly and monthly supplies through approved vendors. This position will lead the agency purchasing program to ensure staff have a clear channel to submit and receive orders. The Accounting and Purchasing Specialist will ensure that the purchasing program serves the mission of EP!C while remaining fiscally responsible.

At EP!C, we believe that when our employees thrive, the individuals we support thrive too. We are committed to investing in our team through competitive benefits, professional development, and opportunities for long-term career growth.

We offer a comprehensive benefit packages & employee perks designed to support your health, well-being, and professional success, including:

• Competitive pay with performance-based incentive opportunities *(depending on position)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• On-site employee wellness center
• Discounted membership to an off-site fitness center
• Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Continued education, certifications, and specialized training programs
• Supportive team environment focused on collaboration and employee success
• Meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of individuals in our community