Data Entry Clerk Job Description

Job Overview
Input a high volume of data from multiple sources into a database, ensuring that all necessary data is being entered and verified. 

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Maintains database by entering new and updated information.
  • Prepares source data for computer entry by compiling and sorting information.
  • Establishes entry priorities.
  • Processes source documents by reviewing data for deficiencies.
  • Resolves deficiencies by using standard procedures or returning incomplete documents to the team leader for resolution.
  • Enters data by inputting alphabetic and numeric information on keyboard or optical scanner according to screen format.
  • Maintains data entry requirements by following data program techniques and procedures.
  • Verifies entered data by reviewing, correcting, deleting, or reentering data.
  • Combines data from both systems when account information is incomplete.
  • Purges files to eliminate duplication of data.
  • Tests system changes and upgrades by inputting new data.
  • Secures information by completing data base backups.
  • Maintains operations by following policies and procedures and reporting needed changes.
  • Maintains confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Skills and Qualifications
Qualified candidates will possess the following:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Data entry or related work experience
  • Willingness to submit to a background check
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Working knowledge of SQL and database management
  • Professional appearance and demeanor
  • Ability to follow written and oral instructions
  • Ability to learn and use that knowledge proactively
  • Team player with organizational skills
  • Quick typing skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Computer savvy
  • Confidentiality
  • Thoroughness

Compensation
The starting salary is $XXX/hour and is paid on a bi-weekly basis.  Direct deposit is available.

Benefits
Employee discounts, Simple IRA, AFLAC, Life Insurance, Wellness Activities, Free Snacks and Career Building Workshops