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It’s time to review (or create) your document retention policy

BMT Office Administration

They create a document retention policy that clarifies what needs to be saved, where, and for how long. Sticking to a set record retention policy eliminates guesswork and promotes efficiency. Businesses and nonprofits of all sizes should possess a written-out document retention policy.

Policies 105
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The Four Horsemen of the Mandated Return to Office

Allwork

European banks, which offer more flexible hybrid work policies, are using these to hire talented staff from the less flexible US banks. Before launching an office return, we consider compensation policies. . Those who worked on a hybrid schedule had 35% better retention. . Compensation adjustments . Boosting culture .

2022 342
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Employee personnel files — what should and shouldn’t be included

BMT Office Administration

Records relating to promotion, demotion, transfer, or layoff. Payroll records for money or pay-related information such as: Timesheets. Payroll deduction forms. You must keep a completed Form I-9 on file for each employee on your payroll. This policy clarifies what needs to be saved, where, and for how long.

Filing 121
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Employee Files: What to include, what to leave out, and what’s confidential

BMT Office Administration

For instance, if your employment records contain all the disciplinary actions and policy violations committed by the offending employee, you’ll have a better chance of defending your decision to terminate an employee in court. Confidential documents include medical files, tax documents, employee benefits , payroll records, and more.

Filing 52
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Ensuring payroll compliance in 2024: What’s new?

BMT Office Administration

Maintaining payroll compliance is a must for accounting departments, but it’s often easier said than done. That’s especially true whenever new changes come about, and 2023 was a year rife with new payroll regulations, trends, and initiatives. From the implementation of SECURE 2.0 From the implementation of SECURE 2.0

Payroll 52
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How to Maintain Your Company Culture Past the Startup Stage

Success

One answer is that as the company payroll increases, they cannot have a personal relationship with every employee and they lose sight of what’s happening below them. No longer can they maintain an open-door policy for all employees—there just isn’t time. Quick tempers promote a culture of fear.

Payroll 306
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What electronic record-keeping software best fits your needs?

BMT Office Administration

You may need to pull employment records to defend yourself against a wrongful termination lawsuit , verify compliance during a government audit, or simply review an employee’s history when considering them for a promotion. These tools typically include onboarding, payroll , benefits, timekeeping, and performance management functionality.

Filing 98