Business Owner Compliance Checklist:
- Is there a W-4 and I-9 on file?
- Is the employee handbook up to date?
- Do I complete performance appraisals and reviews consistently for all
employees?
- Do I have current compliance posters in my office?
- Do I know how to handle a sexual harassment claim?
- Do I have procedures to train a new employee or discharge an employee?
- Is there a safety manual and do I comply with safety standards?
- Am I sure of the deposit due dates and do I have procedures to ensure they are met?
- Do I periodically check my software for correctness? (Tip: Circular E has the latest tables, rules and guidelines)
- Have I properly classified my employees as exempt or non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act?
- Am I sure employee Social Security numbers are correct? (Tip: Go to www.ssa.gov/employer/ssnvspamphlet.htm to ensure proper SS numbers)
- Do I have any third party sick pay claims? (Tip: IRS Pub. 15-A has the rules)