Working as a data entry clerk involves spending much of your day entering data, updating records and generating reports. You will update customer files, data records and other information. You will work with others to support business decision making by generating custom reports. Other administrative tasks can also be assigned as needed. The role prepares you for a future position in data analytics and other related fields.
Data entry clerks work in an office. You will typically work traditional office hours. But there may be some variance based on employer preferences. You will work on a computer, using various types of technology. You may have the opportunity to work remotely.
Future career paths for data entry clerks can veer off in many directions. You can get into marketing, data analytics, business administration, and even IT, to name a few.
The average hourly salary for data entry clerks in the Ottawa region is just over $20 per hour, or slightly less than $40,000 per year. Learn more about the salary scale for this job below:
annual: $39,700
monthly: $3,308
weekly: $827
hourly: $20.68
lowest salary: $33,900 per year
average salary: $39,700 per year
highest salary: $45,700 per year
junior salary: $33,900-$39,000 per year
intermediate salary: $36,900-$42,500 per year
senior salary: $39,700-$45,700 per year
Ensuring your company has access to accurate and updated information is your top responsibility. Here are some of the tasks that are part of your role:
Data is an important resource today, and it will only continue to become a bigger part of how companies make decisions. As a result, data entry positions are available in most industries. They are prominent in financial services, retail, accounting, insurance, sales and marketing.
Data entry clerks have a combination of computer, IT, and business skills. Here are the top skills employers are looking for when hiring for this job:
A high school diploma is required for this position. Previous office work experience is an asset.