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Data Entry Specialist
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What they do
A Data Entry Clerk types or scans information into a computer to create databases, programs or summary data reports. Transcribes handwritten information from order forms, receipts or other documents to type into a computerized record, or enters data for medical records, or enters data in code to update company websites.
$43,122 / year median in Pennsylvania
-37% projected decline
Job Description
Apply now: Data Entry Specialist, Onsite - Reading, PA. Start date is ASAP for this 6-month Contract (Potential Contract-to-Hire) position.
Job Title:
Data Entry Specialist Location-Type:
Onsite, Reading, PA (Must reside locally to Reading, PA - relocation is not considered at this time)
Start Date:
ASAP Duration:
Contract, 6 months (Potential Contract-to-Hire)
Compensation Range:
$25-$31/hour on W2
Benefits:
Eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, and 401
K Visa Sponsorship:
Not eligible for visa sponsorship This role supports the maintenance and accuracy of financial and operational data across multiple systems, providing essential data entry and reconciliation support to the client's maintenance and financial analytics team. Job Summary
- Enter, update, and maintain data across Excel, Smartsheet, and internal systems, ensuring information is complete and accurate.
- Review and reconcile data across multiple systems and transaction sets, identifying discrepancies and making necessary corrections.
- Track and maintain information related to invoices, payments, PCard activity, projects, and funding requests.
- Use Excel, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables, to organize, compare, validate, and report on data.
- Assist with administrative financial processes such as journal entries, fixed asset tracking, project cost allocations, and audit support as needed.
Minimum Requirements:
- 3 years of data entry or administrative data management experience.
- Intermediate Excel proficiency, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.
- Experience using Smartsheet for tracking and reporting.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Access for data extraction and cross-system reconciliation.
- Strong attention to detail with a reliable, organized, and process-oriented work style.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Accounting background or relevant coursework and experience.
- Exposure to journal entries, accounts payable, or invoice processing workflows.