Data Entry Clerk

Action for Boston Community Development, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Action for Boston Community Development, Inc. (ABCD) is seeking a Data Entry Clerk for a full-time temporary role in Downtown Boston on Tremont Street. The successful candidate will input client information and payments to vendors into data software on a daily basis.

This position carries a temporary, full-time status with an expected end date of April 30, 2027. Compensation is $38,747 per year ($21.29/hour) USD, with salary scales set by policy and market data.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and up to 12 months of experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to handle high volume workload.
• Good mathematical and accuracy skills.
• Demonstrated experience with data entry software programs.
• Must be able to deal sensitively and effectively with individuals of diverse economic and cultural backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Input client information and payments to vendors into data software.
• Prepare batch controls for applications to be processed.
• Compute totals from batch controls.
• Review applications completed by intake sites to apply a status.
• Write incomplete letters to applicants for applications received as incomplete.
• Provide backup for application intake when needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned from time to time.

Skills

Data entry

High volume workload

Math accuracy

Data entry software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location: Downtown Boston - Tremont Street

Compensation: $38,747 / year

Department: Energy

Location: Downtown Boston - Tremont Street

Compensation: $38,747 / year

Description

The Data Entry Clerk is responsible for following detailed instructions and standardized procedures. This position inputs client information and payments to vendors into data software on daily basis.

This is a full-time temporary role. The expected end date of this role is April 30, 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Input client information and payments to vendors into data software.
• Prepare batch controls for applications to be processed.
• Compute totals from batch controls.
• Review applications completed by intake sites to apply a status.
• Write incomplete letters to applicants for applications received as incomplete.
• Provide backup for application intake when needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned from time to time.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and up to 12 months of experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to handle high volume workload.
• Good mathematical and accuracy skills.
• Demonstrated experience with data entry software programs.
• Must be able to deal sensitively and effectively with individuals of diverse economic and cultural backgrounds.

Expected Salary: $38,747.80 annually ($21.29/hour) USD. Salary scales are set according to an explicit compensation policy and relevant market data. Due to funding restrictions and our strong focus on internal parity, this salary is thoughtfully aligned with the duties expected for this role, and offers are firm.

Why Work Here

• Make a Difference: Every day, your work directly impacts the lives of thousands in the Greater Boston community, empowering them and making positive, lasting change.
• Inclusive Environment: ABCD values the diversity of its workforce, with an inclusive culture that respects individuality and promotes collaboration.
• Continuous Learning: We offer numerous training and development opportunities, ensuring our staff remain at the forefront of community action methodologies and strategies.
• Comprehensive Benefits: At ABCD, we take care of our own, providing a competitive benefits package, including health coverage and retirement plans.
• A Legacy of Impact: Join an organization that boasts a legacy spanning over half a century, consistently championing the rights and needs of our community's most vulnerable.
• Teamwork & Camaraderie: Be a part of a passionate team, united in their mission to combat poverty, and ensure every individual can reach their fullest potential.