Data Entry Specialist

We are looking for a data entry specialist to enter information into our database from paper documents. The ideal candidate will be computer literate and a fast typist with a good eye for detail. You will report to a data manager or other senior member of the data team. Knowledge of data confidentiality principles is mandatory. The company will rely on you to have accurate and up-to-date data that is easily accessible through a digital database.

Responsibilities

- Transfer data from paper formats to computer files or database systems using keyboards, data recorders or optical scanners.

- Enter data provided directly by customers

- Create spreadsheets with a large number of figures without errors

- Verify data by comparing it with 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 documentation after data entry to ensure data is not lost

Skills

- Demonstrated experience as a data entry clerk

- Fast typing ability; knowledge of touch typing system is preferred

- Excellent knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet tools (MS Office Word, Excel, etc.) and quickbooks software

- Working knowledge of office equipment and computer hardware and peripheral devices

- Basic knowledge of databases

- Good command of English, both oral and written, and good customer service skills

- Strong attention to detail