Remote Data Entry Clerk

Job Description

We are looking for a Remote 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

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

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent
• Great attention to detail
• Good command of English both oral and written and customer service skills
• Basic understanding of databases
• Working knowledge of office equipment and computer hardware and peripheral devices
• Excellent knowledge of word processing tools and spreadsheets (MS Office Word, Excel etc.)
• Fast typing skills; Knowledge of touch typing system is strongly preferred
• Proven experience as data entry clerk

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Benefits

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Vision care