Data Entry Clerk Job Description
A Data Entry Clerk is a professional who converts paper formats into digital files or database systems. They are responsible for keying in customer information delivered directly electronically and also creating large-scale spreadsheets. Errors can lead to more serious issues within a business, so attention to detail is essential.
Data Entry Clerk responsibilities include:
- Transfer information from paper to electronic archives or database systems.
- Key in the information supplied immediately by customers.
- Create error-free spreadsheets containing numerous figures.
Job Brief
We are seeking a Data Entry Clerk to enter information from paper documents into our database. The optimal candidate will be computer-savvy, a fast typist, and also detail-oriented. You will report to either a data manager or another senior member of the data team. Therefore, the comprehension of data confidentiality principles is mandatory.
The company will also rely on you to have readily accessible, accurate, and up-to-date data stored in a digital database.
Responsibilities
- Using interfaces, data recorders, or optical scanners, transfer data from paper formats to computer files or database systems.
- Enter the information provided directly by clients.
- Create error-free spreadsheets containing a large number of figures.
- Compare the data to the source documents in order to verify it.
- Update existing records.
- Retrieve requested data from the database or electronic files.
- Regular backups must be performed to preserve data.
- Sort and organize documents after data entry to prevent loss.
Requirements and Skills
- Proven track record as a Data Entry Clerk.
- Rapid typing speed; touch typing system experience is strongly preferred.
- Excellent understanding of word processing and spreadsheet applications (e.g., MS Office Word, Excel, etc.).
- Familiarity with office apparatus, computer hardware, as well as peripherals.
- Basic knowledge of databases.
- Excellent oral and written English and also customer service skills.
- Outstanding attention to detail.
- Has an least an SPM.
Salary Range
The average monthly salary for Data Entry Clerk jobs in Malaysia ranges from RM 1,600 to RM 2,200.
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