Work From Home Data Entry Clerk

Workpath; New York (NY); Remote; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A data management company is looking for a remote Data Entry Clerk to transfer data from paper documents into digital formats. The ideal candidate must possess fast typing skills, proficiency in MS Office, and excellent attention to detail. Responsibilities include verifying data accuracy, creating spreadsheets, and organizing paperwork. A good command of English and customer service skills are essential. This role offers the flexibility to work from home while ensuring the integrity of data management practices.

Qualifications

• Fast typing skills; knowledge of touch typing preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet tools.
• Good command of English, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Transfer data from paper formats into database systems.
• Create spreadsheets with large figures without mistakes.
• Sort and organize paperwork after entering data.

Skills

Fast typing skills

Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel)

Customer service skills

Tools

Office equipment

Computer hardware

Job description

About the job Work From Home Data Entry Clerk

We are looking for a Data Entry Clerk to type information into our database from paper documents. The ideal candidate will be computer savvy and a fast typist with a keen eye for detail. You will report to a data manager or another senior data team member. Understanding of data confidentiality principles is compulsory. The company will rely on you for having accurate and updated data that are easily accessible through a digital database.

Responsibilities

• Transfer data from paper formats into computer files or database systems using keyboards, data recorders or optical scanners
• Type in data provided directly from customers
• Create spreadsheets with large numbers of figures without mistakes
• Verify data by comparing it to source documents
• Retrieve data from the database or electronic files as requested
• Perform regular backups to ensure data preservation
• Sort and organize paperwork after entering data to ensure it is not lost

Requirements

• Fast typing skills; Knowledge of touch typing system is strongly preferred
• Excellent knowledge of word processing tools and spreadsheets (MS Office Word, Excel etc.)
• Working knowledge of office equipment and computer hardware and peripheral devices
• Basic understanding of databasesGood command of English both oral and written and customer service skills