
Data Entry Operator accurately inputs, updates, and maintains data in computer systems, transcribing information from documents, verifying accuracy, correcting errors, and ensuring data integrity and confidentiality, requiring strong typing, attention to detail, and computer skills to support business operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Data Input: Accurately enter data from physical or digital sources (forms, records, dictations) into databases, spreadsheets, and company systems.
Data Verification & Correction: Review data for errors, inconsistencies, or missing information, and make necessary corrections.
Database Management: Update, maintain, and organize digital records and archives, ensuring data is current and accessible.
Information Gathering: Collect and arrange documents for processing and communicate with other departments to get missing information.
Confidentiality & Security: Handle sensitive data with integrity and comply with data security policies.
Reporting: Generate basic reports, spreadsheets, and data sets as requested.
File Management: Organize and store physical and digital files securely.
Essential Skills & Qualifications:
Proven experience as a data entry clerk or operator.
Excellent typing speed and accuracy.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word) and data entry software.
Good organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to handle confidential information.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Work Environment:
Operates within various industries (finance, healthcare, retail).
Focuses on supporting daily operations by ensuring reliable data.