Data Entry Clerk

Specific responsibilities for this position include:

• Transfer data from paper formats into computer files or database systems using keyboards, data recorders or optical scanners.
• Type in data provided directly from customers.
• Create spreadsheets with large numbers of figures without mistakes.
• Verify data by comparing it to source documents.
• Update existing data.
• Retrieve data from the database or electronic files as requested.
• Perform regular backups to ensure data preservation.
• Sort and organize paperwork after entering data to ensure it is not lost.
• Organize existing data in a spreadsheet.
• Verify outdated data and make any necessary changes to records.
• Operate common office equipment, like scanners and printers.
• Search for and investigate information contained in files.
• Perform regular database backups to secure data.
• Input text-based and numerical information from source documents.
• Provide occasional administrative support.
• Sort and organize hard copies of paperwork after entering data electronically.
• Review data for deficiencies or errors.
• Assist with special projects that require large amounts of data entry.
• Provide data entry support across departments on an ad-hoc basis.
• Type in data quickly and efficiently.
• Review data for deficiencies or errors.
• Assist with special projects that require large amounts of data entry.
• Provide data entry support across departments on an ad-hoc basis.
• Type in data quickly and efficiently.

Desired Skillsets:

• Organization: Data Entry Clerks will need strongly developed organizational skills. They are often in charge of transferring and updating information and minimal errors can impact the entire business.
• Computer skills: Data Entry Clerks will spend the majority of their workday on the computer. Skills in typing and Microsoft Office programs will be useful in the Data Entry Clerk role.
• Customer service: Data Entry Clerks may need to communicate with customers to update information, depending on the role. The ability to clearly and efficiently communicate and retrieve important information to update records is required.
• Project management: Project management skills will assist the Data Entry Clerk in managing multiple projects at one time. A Data Entry Clerk may need to quickly shift from one project to another, and the ability to maintain accuracy is important.

HS diploma