How to Start The New Year Right: HR Style

We are officially in 2022! Some of us are feeling the overwhelming rush of the new year. The holiday season may have been a whirlwind, but now it’s time to get organized and get a head-start on your Human Resources projects. Continue reading to find our simple checklist for starting the new year right – HR Style!  

• Prepare for reporting Forms 1094-C and 1095-C to the IRS (50+ employees) 
• Make any necessary updates to your benefits packages  new health insurance cards to employees 
• Send W-2s and 1099s 
• Review employee wage, tax, and withholding information (such as W-4s)  
• Remind employees to review/update their W-4’s 
• Update employee handbook and/or policies 
• Verify that correct labor laws are properly posted 
• Update your random testing rates to ensure DOT compliance (Find DOT’s random testing rates for 2022 here) 
• Develop and communicate your company, departmental and individual goals to set up the annual performance review process 
• Remind employees to update information (addresses, emergency contacts, tax documents, beneficiaries, etc.) 
• Shred documents that have exceeded record retention guidelines 

Looking for assistance on any of the above or have questions? Contact us for a free consultation (normally valued at $450). Call us at 539-215-8868 or email us at answerme@hrraw.com. Download your printable checklist here.