Data Entry Clerk

Work setting

• Business sector

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Receive and register documents for data entry
• Enter data according to specified format
• Transfer data between software
• Verify accuracy and completeness of data
• Store, update and maintain databases
• Perform general office duties
• Classify, label and store diskettes/ disks and tapes of data
• Create digital records using a scanner

Experience and specialization

Type of data entry

• Alpha-numeric

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Word
• MS Windows
• MS Office

Technical terminology

• Business

Area of specialization

• Financial statements
• Invoices

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Own tools/equipment

• Computer
• Printer
• Internet access
• Office equipment and supplies