Enters, updates, verifies, organizes, and maintains company information in databases, spreadsheets, and records. Reviews and corrects errors, retrieves data, prepares basic reports, protects confidential information, and coordinates with departments to resolve discrepancies. The role requires accuracy, attention to detail, strong typing and computer skills, spreadsheet proficiency, organization, communication, and the ability to meet deadlines while handling repetitive tasks.
Job Summary:
The Data Entry Clerk is responsible for accurately entering, updating, organizing, and maintaining company information in databases, spreadsheets, and other computer systems. This role requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality, and the ability to manage repetitive tasks efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Enter and update customer, financial, or business information into databases and spreadsheets.
- Review data for accuracy and correct errors or missing information.
- Organize and maintain electronic and physical records.
- Verify information from source documents before entering it into company systems.
- Perform data searches and retrieve information when requested.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive company and customer information.
- Prepare basic reports and spreadsheets.
- Communicate with other departments to resolve data discrepancies.
- Complete assigned data-entry tasks within established deadlines.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong typing and computer skills.
- Good attention to detail and accuracy.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Google Sheets, or similar software.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Previous data entry or administrative experience is preferred.
Typical Skills:
Typing accuracy, organization, time management, Microsoft Office, spreadsheet management, record keeping, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
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