Auditing HR Processes

Courses Syllabus

Introduction

Managers, superintendents, supervisors and officers in the functions of Human Resources. The program is also very useful for Internal Audit professionals who are about to start an audit exercise in the HR department in their organization.

Objectives

• Organize employee records and files cost- effectively.
• Identify areas of weaknesses in their organization’s processes: recruitment and selection, employee records keeping, performance appraisal, and payroll.
• Create a plan of action to improve the HR processes in their organization.
• Relate the importance of an efficient employee record keeping process to their organizational financial well being.
• Develop a detailed and accuracy-focused approach to Human Resources.

Content

Human Resources Management (HRM)

• Definitions and Objectives of HRM
• The Main Functions in HR
• Examples of HR Organization Charts
• Recruitment and Selection Cycle
• Performance Management Cycle
• Compensation and Benefits Cycle

The Audit Process

• History, Origin and Definition
• How to Conduct a Good Audit
• Pitfalls to Watch Out For
• Creating a Plan to Conduct an HR Audit

Organizational Chart Audit

• dentifying the Components of a Good Organization Chart
• Conducting a Proper Analysis of your Organization’sCurrent Organization Chart
• Identifying Areas of Improvement in the Existing Organization Chart
• Developing Possible Improvements
• Creating a Plan of Action for Implementing Improvements to Charts

Recruitment and Selection Process Audit

• Analyzing the Current Workforce Plan and Budget
• Modifying Workforce Plan and Budget to Include the Important Elements
• Reviewing the Current Recruitment and Hiring Process as per the Company’s HR Policy
• Analyzing and Improving the Joining Formalities of New Employees
• Creating a Proper New Joiners File
• The Induction Process

Employee Administration Process Audit

• Reviewing and Developing the Probation Period Administration Process
• Reviewing and Developing the Staff Performance Appraisal Process
• Maintaining a Proper Leave Record and Leave Administration Process
• Auditing and Improving the Current Payroll Administration Process Including Overtime Management
• Ensuring Correct Calculation of Severance Pay
• Ensuring Compliance with Pension Fund Regulations

Computer-Based Data Management System Audit

• Evaluating Current Methodology for Maintaining Soft Employee Data
• Ensuring Soft Data Matches Employee Personnel Files
• Identifying Best Approach to Maintaining Employee Soft Records

Statutory Compliance Audit

• Verifying Employee Records and HR Process Compliance with Labor Law
• Checking Visa and Local Sponsorship Process Compliance