HR Auditing
Operating a business requires the careful adherence to rules and regulations of many kinds. For the human resource department this includes proper documentation, employee files, leaves of absences, wage concerns, among much more. Because of this, human resource practitioners should conduct regular audits to ensure that their organization's HR practices comply with regulations, promote employee well-being, and align with the company's goals.
Typically period audits should occur for the following items:
- Employment Law Compliance (including Form I-9)
- Personnel Files
- Payroll and Compensation
- Policies and Procedures
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Health and Safety
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Succession Planning
HR Audits
California law requires employers with at least 15 employee to post pay scales on job postings, as well as provide pay scales when requested to current employees. To meet this request, you need to have an understanding of what you are currently paying for these positions, and what you are willing to pay for them. This is going to take many factors into considering in order to properly determine.
Ensure you don't fall out of compliance with regard to this current regulation by conducting a pay scale audit. By utilizing your current payroll, and comparing it to outside market numbers, you can develop pay scales that can complete this requirement, and make you competitive!
Diversity & Inclusion Audit
Diversity and inclusion are paramount in the workplace for many reasons. A diverse workforce brings together individuals with unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, fostering a rich pool of ideas and creativity. This diversity of thought leads to innovative problem-solving and a competitive edge in an ever-evolving global market. Promoting inclusion ensures that all employees feel valued, respected, and heard, leading to higher employee engagement and morale. Inclusive environments nurture a sense of belonging, which, in turn, increases productivity and reduces turnover rates. Embracing diversity and inclusion enhances the organization's reputation, making it more attractive to top talent and customers who seek to collaborate with socially responsible and diverse organizations. Diverse and inclusive workplaces contribute to societal progress by breaking down barriers, challenging stereotypes, and creating equitable opportunities for all, promoting a more just and harmonious society at large. But how does your organization hold up?
Conducting a D&I audit assesses the organization's commitment to promoting diversity, ensuring equal opportunities, and fostering an inclusive workplace environment for all. The process involves a review of recruitment and hiring practices, representation across different employee demographics, employee engagement and satisfaction levels, training and development programs, promotion and advancement opportunities, as well as the presence of inclusive policies and initiatives. Through the D&I audit, organizations can identify areas where they excel and areas needing improvement, helping them implement targeted strategies to create a more diverse and inclusive workplace, which in turn leads to enhanced employee morale, creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success. Moreover, a successful D&I audit demonstrates the organization's genuine dedication to building a fair, equitable, and harmonious work environment for all its employees.
