Payroll Office Assistant (Student Position)

Ferris State University College of Business; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University College of Business is seeking a Payroll Office Assistant (Student Position) in Big Rapids, MI. Responsibilities include processing payroll information, greeting employees at the front desk, answering phones, and assisting with payroll forms and data entry.

The role requires accuracy in typing, basic math, strong organizational and people skills, plus professionalism and discretion in handling confidential information.

Qualifications

• Required skills include keying accuracy, basic math, Excel, organization and people skills.
• Professionalism, discretion and confidentiality are expected.
• Front desk tasks, filing and payroll form handling are part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Filing, greeting employees at front desk and answering phones.
• Assist with Payroll forms, scans and data entry into the system.
• Edit and check computer entries and support other payroll-related duties.

Skills

Keying accuracy

Basic math

Organization

People skills

Professionalism

Discretion & confidentiality

Tools

Excel

Job description

Work type: Student Employment - General

Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307

Categories: Student Employment - General

Position Title: Payroll Office Assistant (Student Position)

Location: Big Rapids, MI

Department: Payroll

Advertised Salary: $13.73- $13.99

Summary of Position: Processing payroll information, working with payroll staff.

Position Requirements: Required skills include keying accuracy, basic math, Excel, organization and people skills. Professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality are expected.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Duties include filing, typing, greeting employees at front desk, answering phones, passing out and assisting employees with Payroll forms, assisting with Pick Ups, editing, checking computer entries, scanning and assisting other departments as well as other duties as assigned.

Number of Positions Available: 1

Documents Needed to Apply: Cover Letter/Resume/Class Schedule

Job Close Date: October 30, 2026

EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affiliation/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.