Job Title: Data Entry SpecialistJob Description
This short-term, project-based role focuses on organizing, cleaning, and standardizing large data sets in Excel to support a broader system and software initiative. You will help ensure data is accurate, consistent, and easy to use, playing a key part in improving the quality and usability of critical business information. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with data, catching inconsistencies, and bringing structure and clarity to complex spreadsheets.
Responsibilities
Clean up, organize, and structure large volumes of data in Microsoft Excel to support a broader system and software initiative.
Review data for accuracy, identify and remove duplicates, and resolve inconsistencies across multiple data sets.
Reformat and standardize data to align with defined system and reporting requirements.
Assist with preparing and migrating data for use within a software platform or other business systems.
Use Excel functions such as VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and basic formulas to validate, transform, and analyze data.
Collaborate with team members to ensure data is usable, clearly structured, and easy to interpret for downstream users.
Maintain organized records and tracking of changes made during data cleanup and migration activities.
Work independently and stay focused while processing large amounts of data within project timelines.
Essential Skills
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including experience working with large data sets.
Hands-on experience using Excel functions such as VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and basic formulas.
Demonstrated ability to perform accurate data entry and data manipulation in Excel.
High attention to detail with the ability to spot errors, inconsistencies, and duplicates quickly.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage and prioritize large volumes of data.
Comfort working independently on focused, detail-oriented tasks.
Prior experience with data cleanup, migration, or data organization is strongly preferred.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Exposure to data migration or system implementation projects.
Experience working with ERP or other business systems.
Interest in supporting initiatives related to water treatment, utilities, or industrial applications, as the broader organization supports industries such as drinking water, wastewater, energy, agriculture, construction, and food production.
Work Environment
This is a short-term, project-based opportunity designed for someone who enjoys focused, independent work with data. Training will take place on-site, with the potential to transition to a remote arrangement after approximately one week of training, depending on performance and project needs. You will primarily work with Microsoft Excel and related Microsoft Office tools to manage and prepare data for use in larger systems and software platforms. The work environment emphasizes accuracy, organization, and collaboration with a team that supports a larger system and software initiative, offering exposure to data processes that underpin critical operations in water treatment and related industries.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Centennial, CO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Centennial,CO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
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