HR Audit Checklist template

What's in the HR Audit Checklist template

Documentation & Compliance:

• Ensure all employee records are updated (including tax documents, I-9s, etc.).
• Confirm compliance with federal and state labor laws.
• Review FLSA classification for employees (exempt vs. non-exempt).
• Verify all required workplace posters are up to date.
• Ensure proper procedures for hiring, terminations, and layoffs are followed.
• Review documentation of all workplace safety policies (OSHA compliance).

Recruitment & Hiring:

• Evaluate job descriptions for accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure interview procedures follow legal guidelines.
• Confirm background checks and reference checks are completed.

Payroll & Benefits:

• Audit payroll records for accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure all employee benefits are compliant with ACA regulations.
• Confirm proper reporting of overtime and employee hours.

Performance Management:

• Ensure that all performance evaluations are documented.
• Confirm that any disciplinary actions are documented properly.
• Review employee goals and feedback processes.

Training & Development:

• Verify completion of required training (harassment, safety, etc.).
• Review employee development plans.
• Confirm leadership and skills development training opportunities are available.

Employee Relations:

• Ensure procedures for handling employee grievances are followed.
• Review employee feedback or satisfaction surveys.
• Verify compliance with anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policies.

Employee Relations:

• Ensure procedures for handling employee grievances are followed.
• Review employee feedback or satisfaction surveys.
• Verify compliance with anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policies.

Termination:

• Ensure proper documentation for all terminations.
• Confirm exit interviews are conducted and filed.
• Verify final payments are made promptly and in compliance with regulations.