Internal controls shape how your employee benefit plan runs in practice, from eligibility and payroll inputs to contributions and plan transactions. They are also one of the first places audit issues tend to surface.
During an audit, these are the processes auditors test closely. Not just what is written down, but what is actually happening day to day. Gaps can lead to follow-up questions, delays, and rework.
This overview highlights the control areas auditors review most often, what to document, and where gaps in process or oversight can lead to follow-up.
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