Data Entry Clerk

Gulf Coast Bank & Trust; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Coast Bank & Trust in Covington, LA is seeking a detail-focused Data Entry Clerk to input and verify data, post checks, and maintain daily procedures.

The role requires strong MS Office skills, excellent communication, and the ability to multitask in an in-office setting with deadlines and client interaction.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; with 3 years experience preferred.
• Excellent telephone etiquette and communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks.
• Proficient in MS Office and operating office equipment.
• Prior job experience a requirement, minimum 4 years, unless college degree.
• Excellent typing and PC skills; strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Input and post all incoming checks and electronic payments.
• Data entry of incoming factoring schedules.
• Assist in verification of invoices and maintaining files (fax/certified mail).
• Notify debtors in writing and maintain files.
• Assist clients with research and various requests.
• Answer phones as necessary; assist with reports and projects.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Telephone etiquette

Communication skills

Customer service

Written and verbal communication

Multitasking

MS Office

Office equipment operation

Professional interaction

Typing

Attention to detail

Math skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Summary

The data entry clerk is an integral part of Gulf Coast Bank & Trust business operations. In this role you will be responsible for inputting data as well as verifying and editing data, as needed. In addition to having a keen attention to detail, the data entry clerk is also responsible for performing general office tasks and maintaining daily data entry procedures and other functions as outlined below. Location : This position is located in Covington, LA and the candidate will be required to be in-office.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for inputting and posting all incoming checks and other forms of electronic payment.
• Responsible for data entry of incoming factoring schedules.
• Assists in written (faxed and certified mail) and verbal verification of invoices and maintaining files.
• Assists in written notification (faxed and certified mail) to debtors and maintaining files.
• Assists clients with research and various requests.
• Assists in answering phones as necessary.
• Assists with reports and other projects.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent; with 3 years experience in similar field, preferred.
• Excellent telephone etiquette and communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to operate office equipment (including, but not limited to fax, copier, calculator).
• Ability to interact professionally with clients and co-workers.
• Prior job experience a requirement, minimum 4 years, unless applicant has a college degree.
• Excellent typing and PC skills required.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in basic to intermediate mathematical skills.

Essential Mental & Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel if required to perform the essential job functions.
• Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines.
• Ability to read and interpret a document if required to perform the essential job functions.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer may be required.
• Ability to lift/move/carry approximately 15 pounds if required to perform the essential job functions.