Data Entry

Southern Spear Ironworks does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Southern Spear Ironworks encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants.

Data Entry Clerk job duties will include the following responsibilities:

• Preparing and sorting documents for Data Entry
• Entering data into database software and checking to ensure the accuracy of the data that has been inputted
• Resolving discrepancies in information and obtaining further information for incomplete documents

• Create spreadsheets with large numbers of figures without mistakes

• Verify data by comparing it to source documents
• Creating data backups as part of a contingency plan
• Responding to information requests from authorized members
• Testing new database systems and software updates
• Computer literacy and familiarity with various computer programs such as MS Office (formal computer training may be advantageous in progressing in this career)
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of grammar and punctuation
• Ability to work to time constraints

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Data Entry clerk
• Fast typing skills: Knowledge of touch typing systems 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 databases
• Good command of English both oral and written and customer service skills
• Great attention to detail
• High school degree or equivalent