Data Entry Clerk (Indeed.com)

James Powell ([email protected])


Dear applicant


Congratulations! Our recruitment team has received your resume referencing the ad for Receptionist/Customer Service Rep/Office Assistant/Administrative on www.indeed.com

We are very pleased with your listed qualifications and would like to conduct an online interview to discuss the duties within the job, along with the pay scale. Your information has been forwarded on to the Head of Operations Manager Ms Sharon Wang, She will be conducting the interview, via Yahoo Instant Messenger


If you are still available and interested, please set up a screen name with Yahoo IM, if you don’t already have one for the job briefing and interview. Her screen name is ( Ms Sharon Wang ) and his email address is ( [email protected]) . She is online and ready to interview you ASAP


Best Regards,
Human Resources Department



sharonwang404: Hello
L_StaceyJohnson: Hello, how are you?
sharonwang404: Good
sharonwang404: Are you ready for a briefing and interview session now? you will get to know about the company and what the responsibilities entails.
L_StaceyJohnson: Does it require me to have a cam?
L_StaceyJohnson: Or just a speaker and microphone?
sharonwang404: No
sharonwang404: I am Ms Sharon Wang,51. The personnel manager to the firm AF Global Corporation. I've also served as an Executive Vice President of Fortis Inc. I started my career as an Actuary of CUNA Mutual Insurance Group since 1974.I joined AF Global Corporation, where i served as a Staff Actuary forAF Global Corporation Employee Benefit since 1981. I served as the Chariman of Disability Insurance Committee for the Health Insurance Association of America (HIAA) for 3 years.Please introduce yourself and indicate your age state and city.
L_StaceyJohnson: Stacey Johnson, 24 I reside in New Carrollton, MD
L_StaceyJohnson: I haven't had as much experience as you. I currently am employed with Devry university as a Student Administrative assistant,,
L_StaceyJohnson: 3
L_StaceyJohnson: ....................
sharonwang404: To know more about the company please visit http://www.afglobalcorp.com/ ,You have 5 minutes to go through it .once done do let me know so we can proceed further.
L_StaceyJohnson: I am sorry about that, my daughter is beside me as well
L_StaceyJohnson: So far so good
L_StaceyJohnson: I am done
sharonwang404: The positions available are Data entry clerk/Accounting clerk/Customer service/Medical biller/Administrative Assistant and Medicall biller

Which of the above listed positions do you think you will fit in ?
L_StaceyJohnson: Data Entry Clerk/Customer service
L_StaceyJohnson: But I also see that there is nothing listed for the Washington, DC area? Or will this be conducted online
sharonwang404: Just follow the briefing and you can ask questions when i am through. Let me know when you have finshed reading and understanding every line. You will be allowed to ask questions later.With each line just respond with an OK?

Next would be the briefing about the Job and the company. I advise you read with care OK?

L_StaceyJohnson: Ok
sharonwang404: AFGlobal seamlessly aligns the diverse capabilities of our world-class businesses against the complex requirements of strategic customers, providing them with simple and fully integrated manufacturing and supply chain solutions.

With a growing list of businesses and industry leading companies and brands, AFGlobal has created a modern and innovative resource with total-value-solutions you can't find anywhere else.
A global force.

This has catapulted AFGlobal, headquartered in Houston, Texas, into a global leader in a wide-range of manufacturing capabilities, delivering complete, one-stop-shop turnkey solutions with 30 manufacturing facilities spanning four continents, two research and development centers, and our thousands of employees worldwide.
sharonwang404: Our impact on the world of manufacturing can be seen and felt in multiple industries, including oil and gas, aerospace, power generation, transportation, and industrial. This ability to strategically align our diverse capabilities makes what once seemed impossible a reality for the most demanding customers in the world.


This is strictly an online and work from home job the working hours are flexible and you can chose to work from anywhere of your choice,the pay is $25per hour training is $20 per hour and will be get payment bi weekly via direct deposit or paycheck and the maximum amount you can work a week is 45 hours. ,if you are employed you are going to be working as a full employee
sharonwang404: NOTE:This company is looking for a 16 team data entry worker.The most efficient workers from this 16 teams will be promoted to the company office,earn$68,0000 per annual given a car and a house,at the end of the year,this will be 4 efficient workers from the 16 teams.10% taxes will be deducted from your salary monthly by the company.
L_StaceyJohnson: Ok
sharonwang404: Benefits: Health, Dental, Life and AD&D Insurance, Employee Wellness and 401k plans.Paid Time Off and Holidays with Generous Company Discounts

Working hours are flexible,all activities and corresponding time are to be recorded in excel spreadsheet. As for your duties, i will assist you with any difficulties by email
sharonwang404: DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITY:Tracks data and source documents.Prepares and sorts source documents, and identifies and interprets data to be entered.Compiles, sorts and verifies data for accuracy.Contacts responsible parties or clients from other organisation to resolve moderately complex questions, inconsistencies, or missing data. Also perform Records keeping, keyboarding/data entry and performing a variety of other office tasks account balancing, invoicing recording,proper data analysis of sales records and recording pay slips into accounting database all these will be done through the use of the accounting Software, such as faxing or emailing confidently and positive attitude online from home.


Can you handle these duties effectively ??
L_StaceyJohnson: Yes
sharonwang404: The supervisor, who would be attached to you online, he/she would assign logs of duty daily and you would be required to work according to instructions, using the microsoft office tools and the accounting software. Now the function of the accounting software is to arrange, formalize and manage the data you have processed, sent to your supervisor via E-mail.

You will undergo a one week training from your training supervisor,he will training you on how to work with the programs accurate and other data entry works you will need to get done.Your training is going to be done online through your pc and phone


You'll earn $25 hourly , you will receive your pay via direct deposit or pay check weekly or Bi-weekly

L_StaceyJohnson: Ok.
sharonwang404:
I am going to ask you few questions now, Are you ready ?
L_StaceyJohnson: Yes
sharonwang404: (1) What type of jobs have you had?
(2) How did you get your previous jobs?
(3) What were your main responsibilities? Achievements?
(4) Are you currently employed?
(5) Are you willing to work flexible or long hours?
(6 ) When would you be available to start?
(7) Are you seeking employment in a company of a certain size? Why?(How long do you intend working for this company ?
(8) How would you like to be Paid ? Weekly Or Bi-Weekly/Direct deposit or Wire Transfer ?
(9) What bank do you operate with ?

L_StaceyJohnson: (1)Mostly Administrative
L_StaceyJohnson: (2)with my current position I have obtained by being a student, the previous one I have had I got through a good friend (3) My main responsibilities where I am currently is to keep student records private and confidential, interact with co workers and superiors to deliver prompt service to customers, previously my job entailed me to set schedules for employees, Interact with customers placing their orders in the system, (4) Yes I am currently employeed (5) I am open for either flexible or long hours (6 ) I am available to start Tuesday morning (7)No I am not, I intend on working 6 months to 1 year (8) Weekly (9) BB&T
sharonwang404: Here are the name's of the softwares you will need to start working with Myob business essentials software 2013, US Patent Single Users Pack simply accounting 2013,3.5 HD Upgrade,9.0,Microsoft Office XP 2013 Standard Upgrade,Peach tree Premium Accounting 2013 with a brand new Hp laptop

BUZZ!!!
L_StaceyJohnson: Will I need to download the softwares? My OPS is Windows 8, and what about a brand new laptop, the one I have is less than 6 months
L_StaceyJohnson: I apologize, i was awaiting for more information
L_StaceyJohnson: So would this be the time to ask questions
sharonwang404: You will be issued a check of $2205 which you will have to use the funds to purchase your needed working materials from the Vendor, all you are to do when you get the check is to get it depodited into your account and the funds will be available for withdraw within 24hours or less Understood ?

Last message received on 8/6/2013 at 2:20 PM
L_StaceyJohnson: No, this sounds like a scam, but I will pass at this time
sharonwang404 has signed out. (8/6/2013 2:22 PM)

the check they will send will e from a legitimate account but if you call the bank it will be a stolenn account. the bank associate who signs this cashiers check will not exist. this is scam stay away.

I, too, almost fell victim to what I thought was a legitimate Administrative Assistant position in Ocean City, NJ, on Indeed.com! Here is the actual job post, which has since mysteriously disappeared from Indeed.com:

We are a small and fast growing company seeking a polished and professional person to fill our Administrative Office Assistant position. This role will be divided between project management support and administrative duties. This position calls for someone with a can do attitude that is reliable, highly organized, a self starter, and works well independently.

Responsibilities will include project management support (data entry, correspondence with trades, maintaining sub contractor files, etc), general office duties including fielding phone calls, filing, scanning documents, bank runs, ordering and stocking office supplies, some travel arrangements, and errands as needed.

Requirements:
-Proficient in Excel
-Proficient in QuickBooks

Great entry level opportunity with room to grow in a unique and dynamic company. This job pays $25 Per hour. Please submit your resume for immediate consideration.


I responded to the post and received the following email from email address [email protected] the very next day:

Dear Applicant,

Your resume has been reviewed on http://www.indeed.com and the Human Resources of the company has decided the position offered. You are required to set up a yahoo mail (http://www.yahoomail.com) and download yahoo messenger (http://messenger.yahoo.com). After this process, you are to add Mrs Stephanie Cannon on Yahoo IM, her yahoo ID is ([email protected]) to your yahoo buddy list ASAP for the job briefing and comprehensive details. She will be online waiting to talk to you ASAP.

• Salary: $25-$35 per hour
• Benefits : Health, Dental, Life and AD&D Insurance, Employee Wellness and 401k plans.Paid Time Off and Holidays with Generous Company Discounts

Interview Scheduled : ASAP
Position available. Administrative Assistant
Training is Available
Regards : ( Fullgen Technology )

Of course, I'm now suspicious, but I decided to to message this person "Stephanie Cannon" to see what would happen. Here is the conversation that took place between "Ms. Cannon" and myself:


Me:? Hi, Stephanie, my name is [first name, last name], I applied for the Administrative Assistant position and I was told to add you to my Yahoo Messenger!1:31 PM
stephaniedesk:? I am Stephanie Cannon Who would be briefing you more about the position before proceeding with the interview

Are you ready for the job briefing and interview?1:31 PM
Me:? So I'm getting interviewed online before I get interviewed in person?1:31 PM
Me:? Are you there?

stephaniedesk:? I am Stephanie Cannon Who would be briefing you more about the position before proceeding with the interview

Are you ready for the job briefing and interview?1:33 PM
Me:? Yes, OK.1:34 PM
Me:? Waiting....1:36 PM
stephaniedesk:? What is your full name,sex and where are you located ?1:36 PM
Me:? Are you a real person?1:36 PM

(At this point, she signs off and never returns.)

Me: [first name, last name], female, Mays Landing, NJ.1:37 PM
Me:? Are you there?1:38 PM
Me:? Stephanie, I apologize for any misunderstanding, I am not used to being interviewed for jobs this way. I would like to chat with you about this job opportunity if possible, please get back to me, thanks!1:51 PM

I do further research: Fullgen Technology does not have a branch in Ocean City, NJ! Here is the website: http://www.fullgen.com/

I almost fell victim to this! I had a sneaky suspicion, but once they told me I needed to buy all new equipment (laptop, scanner, printer, fax, and landline) I knew for sure it was a scam! Oh, and the fact that they don't current'y have an office in my location. Oh! After I told him that I wasn't interested and that I would NOT cash the check if he sent it then he replied with "good, if you do you'll go to jail"! Are you kidding me?!

I almost fell for it too. I suggest we all spam [email protected].
Below is the email I sent to him/her since the account is fake. Conversation attached below Email

EMAIL: What side of the world are you located at anyways? You don't have a Linkedin account with their company you know. I called the company and they don't have a "Kevin Hudson" on their staff either.

So how many people do you scam daily? Is this what you do for a living? How many yahoo accounts do you have? Your job seems pretty exclusive.... Do people really get away with the stolen checks you mail out to your so called "Employees?" How many of them have you sent to jail? You should know this company doesn't need your help and they do not plan on building anymore offices in "my area" because they already have 14. Try a different company next time.

I never got a phone call from my "supervisor" either. Jerks.

Oh and when you IM "your staff" make sure you include "your company" website (which ever company that may be). Its more professional.

khudson464:I am Kevin Hudson am here to brief and interview you more about the opening position The name of the company is AF Global Corporation ..Here is the company website http://www.afglobalcorp.com/ i need you to go through the website and get back to me so that we can proceed okay??
Dec 04 2:33 PM
khudson464:AF Global Corporation is always looking for exceptional people to be a part of our team and enhance our position in the industries we serve. If you are team-oriented, customer-focused and driven to bringing innovative solutions to our customers, AF Global may just be the perfect place for you. As a growing global company and supplier, opportunities may come from our offices or our plants and facilities around the world
Dec 04 2:33 PM
khudson464:It is AF Global's policy to offer employment to candidates whom possess the best qualifications for each position regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or other protected status. AF Global is an equal opportunity employer. We remain committed to the traditions of client service, professional development, and community involvement instilled by our leaders of the past, while embracing the innovations driving the legal profession in the 21st century
Dec 04 2:33 PM
khudson464:This is strictly an online and work from home job for now until we setup a location which will take about 3 weeks.There will be a face-face Interview when the Location is setup,The location is not decided yet and will let you know when it is, the working hours are flexible and you can chose to work from anywhere of your choice,the pay is $25 per hour training is $20 per hour and will be get payment bi weekly via direct deposit or paycheck working 40 to 45 hours weekly,if you are employed you are going to be working as a full employee and not an independent contractor
Dec 04 2:33 PM
khudson464:AF Global Corporation and its Operating Companies offer a competitive benefits package including healthcare, insurance, investment and retirement plans in addition to a wide selection of employee programs such as education, legal, identity theft and employee assistance for eligible employees
Dec 04 2:33 PM
khudson464:DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITY: Tracks data and source documents.Prepares and sorts source documents, and identifies and interprets data to be entered.Compiles, sorts and verifies data for accuracy.Contacts responsible parties or clients from other organization to resolve moderately complex questions, inconsistencies, or missing data. Also perform Records keeping, keyboarding/data entry and performing a variety of other office tasks account balancing, invoicing recording,proper data analysis of sales records and recording pay slips into accounting database all these will be done through the use of the Accounting Software, such as faxing or emailing confidently and positive attitude Online from home
Dec 04 2:33 PM
khudson464:The Supervisor, who would be attached to you online, He/She would assign logs of duty daily and you would be required to work according to instructions, using the Microsoft Office tools and the Accounting software. Now the function of the Accounting software is to arrange, formalize and manage the data you have processed, sent to your supervisor via E-mail You will undergo a one week training from your training supervisor,he will training you on how to work with the programs accurate and other Data entry works you will need to get done.Your training is going to be done online through your PC and Phone
hudson464:1)Have you ever had any experience working from home, Tell me about yourself including your full name and location 2)Are you currently employed? 3)Will you be able to devote 5 hours of your time to Our company...,that is if you are given the chance to work with us? 4)In your current or last position, what were your most significant accomplishments? In your career so far? 5)How hard working and productive will you be for our company when you start working with us? 6)How would you like to be Paid ? Weekly Or Bi-Weekly 7)What means of Payment do you prefer ? check OR Direct Deposit ? What Bank do you operate with (Optional) are you over 18 ?
khudson464:Your Resume has already been reviewed, This is just a briefing to know few more things about you, The company has decided to give you a chance for you to work for the company.We will like to see your diligence,Charisma,Commitment to this job
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Dec 04 2:58 PM
khudson464:You will resume work sometime this week,the exact day will be made known to you as we proceed You will need a new laptop,Fax machine,scanner,printer and specified softwares and a new phone landline to start this job.However,the good news is that we will make financial provisions for this equipment so that you can get started because it is our responsibility

Dec 04 2:59 PM
khudson464:Good, you will have to put your equipment Aside and strictly use the company's certified equipment for this job, with these equipment you will be able to Log On to the company's Online Portal to fill in all necessary forms and w2 form

Dec 04 3:00 PM
khudson464:You will receive a check payment to cover the cost of this office equipment.You will cash or deposit it at your bank and we will refer you to a store where you will buy all the needed equipment.With this equipment we will be able to monitor your work daily and time There will be a 1 week training which will begin immediately after your office has been set up and you will earn your normal pay during this period Do you have any questions regarding what i have explained ?
Dec 04 3:02 PM
Dec 04 3:02 PM
khudson464:You can choose to either move into office or continue working from home when the location is setup, The specific location where the office will be in your area is not decided yet and as soon as it is i will let you know
Dec 04 3:03 PM
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Dec 04 3:03 PM
khudson464:Note: We let you handle the equipment payment process yourself because this is also a test to see how you can handle funds well with instruction for the company I hope that we can move forward with this business aspect and become quite beneficial for each other
Dec 04 3:03 PM

khudson464:Let me have your full name,home address and cell phone number for the start-up check to be sent out to you Immediately

I always find Terms and Conditions a fascinating read, and sometimes even amusing

This Website is offered and available to users who are 13 years of age or older. If you are not at least 13 years old, you must not access or use the Website.

The age of majority in Texas 18, which is the date you'd expect to find here.

^You have to access the website to read the condition for not accessing the website! But the website is registered till five years in the future, so it's probably legit. "Kevin Hudson" writes like a West African, not a Texan, and has nothing to do with the website.

Looks like the scammers are at it again posting on Indeed.

I just received a similar email as the ones above when I applied for what I thought was a local job.

Following is a transcript of the email message:

Dear Applicant,

Congratulations! Our recruitment team has received your resume... We are very pleased with your listed qualifications and would like to conduct an online interview to discuss the duties within the job, along with the pay scale. Your information has been forwarded on to the Head of Operations Manager, Mr John Moore .... He will be conducting the interview, via Yahoo Instant Messenger.


If you are still available and interested, please set up a screen name with Yahoo IM, if you already have one, add Mr John Moore to your buddy list. His screen name is ( [email protected] )or if you have a G-mail address to commence with the interview session and company briefing's ... You are required to go to the webpage http://www.google.com/hangout a Google Chat or Hangout on your PC or smart phone You are required to use your Gmail ID and password to sign into Google talk or Hangouts. After that you are required to invite the Interview Manager to chat Mr James Muller . Pierson.My Gmail ID is ([email protected]). Check at the left bottom of your Google talk app and click on the add button. Then input the Interview Manager's E-mail then add. we are both online waiting for you when you are ready..


If you have any questions, please feel Free to send Him an email to
*[email protected] * or [email protected]*


Your swift responses matters a lot in this position.
Sincerely,
HR Dept

Thankfully, sites like this are in place for people to report scammers. I took the first sentence from the message and searched for it online. Low and behold others have received a similar message.

Anyway, thank you all for posting this and stay safe.