If you’ve been waiting to look into the new paid sick leave laws until the dust settles, you can be assured the dust won’t settle and the time is now. Here’s what you need to do to get your payroll in good shape and your people covered:
Know YOUR Rules:
From state to state and sometimes county to county, there is very little consistency in the rules for accrual and usage. Rules can change as an employee crosses city lines or even zip codes, creating a nightmare for employers to manage. It can get confusing.
Especially if your employees operate in more than one location (where guidelines differ) it can be worthwhile to find a contract payroll management partner that has software in place to track and manage the details automatically.
For example, PayReel OnLine’s Sick Leave Accrual Management (SLAM) system runs in the background, with no interaction needed on your part, to ensure full compliance for all PayReel employees working on your behalf.
Such a system automatically analyzes each employee’s timesheet, calculating hours accrued by location during that time period, and maintains an employee-specific balance. The system also allows employees to use accrued sick time only when the law allows, and with a supervisor’s approval.
No matter where your business operates, make sure you (or your payroll partner) is at the forefront of mandatory paid sick leave laws so employees are treated fairly and everyone remains compliant.
Monitor Accrued Time:
If you elect to pay contractors yourself, make sure you have a system in place to monitor updates in regulations as they are constantly evolving. You’ll also need to stay on top of how, when, and where sick leave is earned and used.
Establish Your Internal Process:
Establish an internal process to be followed across your organization. For example, how will employees request sick time and have it approved? Who will be accountable for the regulation and administration of this program?
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About PayReel:
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