Remote Data Entry Operator

Workoo Technologies; Buffalo (NY); Remote; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company is seeking a Remote Data Entry Operator based in Buffalo, NY. The ideal candidate should possess strong typing skills and a keen eye for detail. Responsibilities include transferring data from paper to digital formats, creating spreadsheets, verifying data accuracy, and ensuring data preservation. Proficiency in MS Office applications is essential. Candidates with excellent customer service skills and a good command of English are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a data entry clerk.
• Knowledge of touch typing system preferred.
• Good understanding of office equipment and computer hardware.

Responsibilities

• Transfer data from paper formats to computer files.
• Enter data provided directly by customers.
• Create spreadsheets with a large number of figures.
• Verify data by comparing it with source documents.
• Retrieve data from the database as requested.
• Perform regular backups to ensure data preservation.
• Sort and organize documentation after data entry.

Skills

Fast typing ability

Knowledge of MS Office Word and Excel

Good command of English

Customer service skills

Basic knowledge of databases

Job description

About the job Remote Data Entry Operator

We are looking for a data entry clerk 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

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 preferred

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

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