Data Entry Clerk
Nairobi, Nairobi
Posted 24 days ago
- Company:
- Orchid HR
- Company Description:
- Orchid HR has been serving a wide variety of industries as human resource advisors, consultants, and on-site HR departments since 2010. Our core business is to provide our corporate clients with human capital solutions that result in measurably improved employee and organizational performance while minimizing employment practice risk. We assist organizations troubleshoot, establish and outsource essential Human Resource functions.
- Contract Type:
- Full Time
- Experience Required:
- 1 year
- Education Level:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Number of vacancies:
- 1
Job Description
Location: Nairobi
Reports To: Finance Manager
Job Purpose:
The Data Entry Clerk will support the Finance Department by accurately inputting financial data into the company’s software system, maintaining up-to-date records, and ensuring data integrity. This entry-level role is ideal for a recent graduate in Finance seeking to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Data Entry and Record Maintenance:
• Accurately input financial transactions, invoices, receipts, and other data into the company’s software system.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date digital and physical records of financial information.
• Verify data for accuracy and completeness before entry.
2. Financial Reporting Support:
• Assist in generating reports and summaries from the financial data system as required by the Finance Manager.
• Ensure timely entry of data to support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting deadlines.
3. Compliance and Quality Assurance:
• Ensure all financial data entry aligns with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Perform regular checks to identify and correct data discrepancies or errors.
• Safeguard sensitive financial information by adhering to data confidentiality policies.
4. Collaboration with the Finance Team:
• Work closely with other finance staff to clarify and resolve discrepancies or missing information in source documents.
• Assist in preparing documents and data for audits or financial reviews.
Key Qualifications and Skills:
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Prior experience in data entry or finance-related roles is an added advantage but not mandatory.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong typing speed with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Personal Attributes:
• High level of integrity and commitment to maintaining data confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Eager to learn and adapt in a dynamic work environment.