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What’s new in HR and payroll? Scan the latest news from around the web.

 

AuditNet is a useful way to keep apprised of Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements. Look for timely resources and best practices for compliance activities related to your organization.

APA publishes a comprehensive list of compliance resources produced by payroll and employment law experts. Publications are issued in many media, including printed text, e-book, magazine, e-magazine, newsletter, e-newsletter, and CD. Materials available for fee to APA.

The Institute of Management & Administration (OMA) has been providing a practical and independent insider’s voice to payroll managers since 1988. Look for a recent audio conference (fee) to learn how your payroll department can improve its customer service.

Compliance Online is a comprehensive resource to keep current with business regulations. They have made available the report entitled Sarbanes-Oxley Act Review - Human Resources and Payroll (available for a fee) that provides HR and payroll professionals with Sarbanes-Oxley risk and control matrix.

IT Business Edge online business community collects recent business articles and content related to Sarbanes-Oxley and its impact on small to medium-sized businesses.

With the introduction of paycards, employers now have another electronic payment alternative that can help them efficiently and effectively pay their workforce. The American Payroll Association offers information related to regulatory compliance issues associated with paycards.

Information for Professional Service Firms is available via an updated fact sheet that shows how the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) applies to professional offices, e.g., doctors, lawyers, accountants, medical professionals; etc.