Data Entry Clerk

Job Brief

A data entry clerk is a professional who transfers paper formats to computer files or databases. They are responsible for entering customer information into an electronic format and creating large spreadsheets. It is important to pay attention to details as errors can cause more serious problems within a company.

Job Description

• ● 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

Job Requirements

• ● Proven experience as data entry clerk
• ● Fast typing skills; Knowledge of touch typing system is strongly preferred
• ● Excellent knowledge of word processing tools and spreadsheets (MS Office Word, Excel etc.)
• ● Working knowledge of office equipment and computer hardware and peripheral devices
• ● Basic understanding of databases
• ● Good command of English both oral and written and customer service skills
• ● Great attention to detail
• ● High school degree or equivalent