Human resources (HR) management covers a broad spectrum of workforce activities. Despite its integral role, HR is often considered a âsoftâ area and management may not understand the inherent risks involved with this function, including employment law issues, compensation and benefit plan design, recordkeeping, and potential fraud issues. \n\nIn todayâs environment, some new issues have moved to the forefront in HR, including executive management ethics, health-care costs and reform, and HR outsourcing. Organizations should audit the HR function to:\n\nPerform routine checkups (uncover any unfavorable conditions and set up a treatment plan)\nDetermine how to best align HR operations with organizational goals\nEnsure compliance with federal and state employment regulations \nIn this 2nd Edition, author Kelli Vito includes: \n\nUpdated content based on HR best practices and news\nNEW revised and expanded Risk Checklist\nNEW Risk Impact and Control Matrix\nEmployment law updates\nUpdated HR websites\nUpdated HR records retention schedules\nExpanded graphics \nAuditing Human Resources, 2nd Edition, is an essential tool for internal auditors to examine the technical and practical dimensions of the HR function and to create a comprehensive system that adds value to the organization.
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