We are looking for a meticulous date entry clerk to join our team. The ideal candidate is an effective problem-solver looking to work in a congenial environment.
Data Entry Clerk Job Responsibilities:
- Enters information into databases and/or software programs by inputting alphabetic and numeric information on a keyboard or optical scanner, uploading data from outside sources, and/or transcribing audio and video content.
- Reads source documents, such as canceled checks, sales reports, or bills, and enters data in specific data fields using keyboards or scanners.
- Compiles, sorts, and verifies accuracy of demographic, financial, and/or customer data before it is entered.
- Compares data with source documents and utilizes documentation verification formats to detect and correct recording and data entry errors and reports them to supervisors as needed.
- Maintains operational records and logs of activities and work completed.
- Adheres to organizational processes to maintain data accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality.
- Establishes entry priorities by following organizational processes or conferring with team leadership.
- Verifies customer and account data by reviewing, correcting, deleting, recovering, or reentering data.
- Purges files to eliminate duplication of data.
- Secures information by completing database backups.
- Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
- Looks for ways to improve data collection processes, including the design of forms and templates, for data entry.
- Operates office equipment as needed to assist in data entry operations.
- Contributes to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Data Entry Clerk Skills and Qualifications:
- Quick and accurate typing and word processing skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Integrity, discretion, and respect for confidentiality and privacy
- Ability to read, understand, evaluate, and verify a wide range of materials and information in order to recognize and correct discrepancies
- Facility with technology
- Adaptability, including the ability to learn and adhere to new processes and technology as needed
- Active listening and communication skills
- Collaborative and teamwork
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Organization and time management
- Tolerance for repetitive tasks
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous data entry or clerical experience or experience working in an office setting required
- Basic computer skills
- Experience working with data-entry software or cloud storage is a plus
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