The audit-first HR firm · Newport Beach, CA

We find what's broken
before we fix it.

Every client engagement starts with a thorough HR audit. We examine your personnel files, compliance posture, policies, and payroll practices — then fix every gap we find. No other HR firm does this.

Why this matters
Outsourcing HR without knowing your compliance status is like remodeling a house with a hidden foundation crack. Our audit reveals exactly where you stand before we do anything else.
Our 3-phase engagement model
1
HR Audit & Assessment
Full review of personnel files, compliance, policies, payroll, and systems. Written findings report delivered.
2
Remediation & Corrections
We correct every compliance gap found in Phase 1 — updated documents, corrected classifications, policy rewrites.
3
Digitalization & Ongoing HR
Personnel files, forms, policies digitalized. Ongoing payroll, compliance monitoring, and HR support.
"The only HR firm that audits before it acts."
Multi-state compliance Full HR digitalization Personnel file audits SHRM-certified consultants
Our methodology

Three phases. Every client.
No exceptions.

Before we touch your HR operations, we audit them. This protects you legally, protects us professionally, and ensures every fix we make is grounded in your actual compliance reality.

01
Phase 1 — Required

HR Audit & Assessment

A systematic review of your entire HR infrastructure. We document every compliance gap, missing record, misclassification, and policy deficiency before any outsourcing begins.

Personnel file & documentation audit
I-9, W-4, offer letter review
Federal & multi-state compliance check
Employee classification review
Policy & handbook gap analysis
Onboarding & offboarding review
Written audit report & HR roadmap
Deliverable: Written summary report, compliance gap analysis, corrective action plan, and executive review meeting.
02
Phase 2 — Remediation

Correcting What We Find

Every compliance issue identified in Phase 1 gets resolved. We don't just report problems — we fix them. Updated documents, corrected classifications, rewritten policies.

Correct all I-9, W-4, & record errors
Reclassify misclassified employees
Rewrite outdated or non-compliant policies
Build compliant onboarding process
Update job descriptions & offer letters
Sexual harassment training compliance
Deliver corrected HR documentation toolkit
You receive a fully corrected personnel file structure, updated handbook, and documentation kit — compliant from day one.
03
Phase 3 — Digitalization

Modernize & Maintain

We digitalize your entire HR department — personnel files, onboarding forms, policies, and procedures — then provide ongoing HR and payroll support on a monthly basis.

Digital personnel file system setup
Digital onboarding forms & workflows
Policy & procedure document library
HR systems review & recommendations
Ongoing payroll processing
Compliance monitoring & law updates
Dedicated HR consultant support
Most clients move from audit to fully digitalized, compliant HR operations within 30–45 days.
Audit options

Choose your audit scope.

Every audit produces a written findings report, compliance gap analysis, corrective action plan, and executive review meeting. Scope determines depth.

All audit tiers include
Written HR audit report
Compliance gap analysis & corrective action plan
Strategic HR roadmap
Executive review meeting
Tier 1
File Audit
Personnel documentation review only — ideal for small businesses or pre-hire compliance check.
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for pricing
Completed in 1–2 weeks · contact us for pricing
Scope includes
Personnel file & documentation audit
I-9, W-4, background check review
Missing & outdated records identification
Personnel file structure recommendations
Policy & handbook review
Payroll & wage audit
Company culture assessment
Tier 2
Standard Audit
Files, policies, compliance, and onboarding — the most common audit for growing businesses.
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for pricing
Based on employee count · 2–3 weeks · contact us
Scope includes
Everything in File Audit
Federal & multi-state compliance review
Policy & employee handbook review
Onboarding & offboarding review
Employee classification review
Training requirements review
Payroll & time/attendance audit
Company culture assessment
Most comprehensive
Tier 3
Comprehensive Audit
Full 360° HR assessment including payroll, time & attendance, systems, and company culture.
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for pricing
Scoped to your organization · 3–5 weeks · contact us for pricing
Full scope — see below
Everything in Standard Audit
Payroll practices & wage/hour review
Time & attendance system review
HR systems & technology review
Company culture assessment
HR Documentation Toolkit
Job description review framework
What's inside the comprehensive audit
Seven audit areas. One complete picture of your HR compliance posture.
Personnel files
Offer letters, W-4s, I-9s
Background check documentation
License verifications (where applicable)
Missing & outdated record identification
Compliance & risk
Federal & multi-state employment law
Wage & hour risk review
Employee classification (W-2 vs. 1099)
FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO compliance
Policy & handbook
Review of all existing HR policies
Gap & outdated policy identification
State-specific policy requirements
Anti-harassment & discrimination policies
Onboarding & offboarding
Remote & in-person onboarding review
Termination practice compliance
New hire reporting requirements
Exit process documentation
Payroll & time
Payroll practices & tax compliance
Overtime & wage/hour risk
Time & attendance system review
Pay equity & classification review
Training & culture
Sexual harassment training compliance
Job-specific compliance training
Company culture assessment
HR systems & technology review
Pricing is scoped to your organization's size, complexity, and number of states — contact us for a custom proposal
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Ongoing services

After the audit — we handle
everything that follows.

Once your HR is compliant and digitalized, we provide ongoing payroll, HR consulting, and compliance monitoring on a monthly retainer.

Payroll processing

Full-service payroll for any frequency. Direct deposit, pay stubs, federal & state tax filing, W-2s, and multi-state compliance all handled.

HR compliance monitoring

Proactive alerts when California or federal labor laws change. Your policies and handbooks stay current — you don't have to ask.

Recruiting & onboarding

Job descriptions, offer letters, candidate screening, and a compliant onboarding process that protects you from day one.

Digital HR systems

Personnel files, onboarding forms, policies, and procedures organized and digitalized — no more filing cabinets or missing paperwork.

Performance management

Review frameworks, PIP documentation, and employee relations support that protects your business and develops your team.

Dedicated consultant

Our certified HR consultants become your dedicated HR department — responsive, proactive, and deeply familiar with your company.

1–10 employees
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for pricing
11–50 employees
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for pricing
51–100+ employees
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scoped to your organization
How we engage

From proposal to fully
compliant HR in 30–45 days.

01
Free consultation
We learn your business, headcount, states, and current HR pain points. You receive a custom audit proposal within 24 hours.
02
Audit & findings
We conduct the audit, produce a full written report, and walk you through every finding in an executive review meeting.
03
Remediation
We correct every compliance gap — updated records, rewritten policies, corrected classifications, new onboarding system.
04
Digitalize & maintain
HR is digitalized and handed back to you clean. We then provide ongoing monthly support, payroll, and compliance monitoring.
Client results

What clients say after
the audit.

"Partnering with EXDS Unlimited has completely transformed how we manage people and payroll across our organizations. With multiple entities under my oversight, compliance and consistency were constant challenges — and EXDS streamlined everything. The real value is peace of mind knowing our HR operations are handled with the same precision and professionalism we expect from our business partners. EXDS isn't just a service provider, they're an extension of our leadership team."
Gil Solis
COO · Conga Kids
Comprehensive audit · custom scope
Get started

Request your HR
audit proposal.

Let's find out where you stand.

Our team will prepare a custom audit proposal — including recommended scope and fixed fee — within 24 hours.

(844) 4.UR.FUTURE
info@exdsunlimited.com
620 Newport Center Drive, Suite 1100
       Newport Beach, CA 92660

🔒 All inquiries are handled confidentially by our HR team.