Saturday, September 1, 2018

Affirmative Action Plan Outsourcing For Employers

By Christine Turner


When it comes to administrative policies, there are a number of areas which can be contracted out to different companies, firms and individuals. One of the most common of these is Affirmative Action Plan Outsourcing. For, there are now a number of independent auditing firms or individual auditors which can provide this service at a much lower cost than when using in-house employees.

Most often firms working in this area will provide detailed reports to clients with regards to statistical analysis of employees. Then, if there are any problems with regards to the plan, the firm will often work to help clients correct such errors before a potential audit. While this is the case, it is imperative that employers provide accurate information with regards to employees.

At the time a final plan is delivered, the employer generally notifies the firm of any errors. After which, most firms will work with administrators to help eliminate the issues so that information is accurate and correct at the time of delivery. In fact, most employers work closely with a company administrator to create a plan that could pass an actual audit.

The first process in preparing a plan is known as data collection. During this phase, the firm will acquire information either through email attachments, fax or hard copy documentation. It is often recommended that both parties keep a record of any and all correspondence, reports, research and other associated information related to the client.

Statistical Analysis is generally the second phase of analysis. In this phase, firms provide a review of all information received for accuracy. After which, a specialist will draft a report with regards to the statistics associated with current employers and staff. If there are errors in the reports, firms will often work with clients to correct any issues.

Once a report has been finalized, a peer review often takes place. The peer review is often provided by an in-house employee to assure the information is accurate and correct to the best of knowledge. After which, it is important that the firm and in-house administrator assure the in-house reports are complete and error free.

The last step before a client review is to have the documentation reviewed by an attorney whom works in affirmative action. It is also important that the individual be currently licensed in the State in which the client is located. For, regardless of whom may be at fault, if the client were to fail an audit, the client and firm could be at risk of legal issues such as potential fines and court costs depending on local, State and Federal law.

The last phase is the client review which is the final step in the process. In this phase, the firm will provide a final report to the client whom generally has 7 to 10 days to notify the firm of any additions or errors. After which, the plan is then delivered to the client. While some firms will allow for additions and revisions for six months up to a year, this is not always case. As such, it is important that the firm provide a finalized plan which can pass an external or in-house audit at any time. If there are additions to the employee count, or other changes, it important the company update the information before allowing an audit to take place.




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