Audit Report

After examining various aspects of human resource management, the HR auditor compiles his observations, analysis, findings and recommendations in the form of a report. There is no prescribed format of the report in case of HR audit. The audit has to examine the various HR reports, personnel policies and practices. The HR audit report is meant mainly for the top management . However, certain aspects of the report e.g attitude survey and safety survey may be made available to employees. The report should be based solely on the finding and it should be submitted within a reasonable time after the audit work is over .
The following items should be contained in the report:

1. Table of contents
2. Preface, giving a brief statement of the objectives
3. Executive Summary in which the entire report is summarised for the top executives this should also contain the recommendations along with the factual information or findings.
4. The report proper, in which a major divison is covered as a special section; a clear and in-depth analysis of the data and information, furnished area- wise or department wise. Each section should be complete, and should contain as many supporting data as are practical without making it too voluminous. Other data should be included in the appendix.
5. Summary which is general in nature and is relevant to all the persons concerned. This is more detailed than the summary and conclusions at the end of the report.
6. Appendix, this includes supporting data and information which is not necessary in the main part of the report.
7. Bibliography, which refers to important books and journals which are necessary for future reading is included at the end.
8. Audit report should be signed by all members making the audit.