What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Entry Clerk position at Smith Personnel Solutions?
We are looking for a Data Entry Clerk to type information into our database. The ideal candidate will be computer savvy and a fast typist with a keen eye for detail. You will report to a data manager. The company will rely on you for having accurate and updated data that are easily accessible through a warehouse database
Responsibilities
- 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
Skills
- 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
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)
- Data Entry Specialists: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: One location