Trends Clerks are employed by financial institutions to ensure that records are kept properly, phones are answered, clients are greeted, and mail is sent and received properly. This large group of workers generally performs various tasks, although in some cases they may concentrate on one specific function. As a clerk, you will work to keep the office running smoothly. Some clerical positions, like receptionists, are defined by their title.
Receptionists receive clients, phone calls, mail, etc.
Other positions are not so clearly defined. As a deposit clerk, you may perform many tasks relating to deposits including filing, preparing reports, and balancing and verifying bank records. As a clerk in the financial sector, you may have a standard work week. However, part-time work is becoming increasingly common. An ability to work with office systems, such as filing, and an ability to follow instructions are also important.