Be careful, however, as newfound wealth or sudden success may occur for a number of reasons of which you might not be aware. Be absolutely certain about a staff memberOs misconduct before making accusations that can strain worker relations, or even elicit a lawsuit. Pay close attention to management-level personnel who insist on handling routine clerical tasks themselves. And be on guard for clients complaining about overcharging or inconsistencies in shipping and billing practices. Following up on customer grievances often reveals clandestine theft.
Some employees have theft in mind from the start.
You should be able to weed out these people by performing thorough background checks on all new hire prospects, particularly for sensitive positions involving the flow of money. Call previous employers to verify resume and application information. Invest sufficient time to make sure applicants do not have a history of stealing from previous employers, and that all credentials and references are valid. Do not be overly zealous, however. Some good workers have made mistakes they genuinely regret and have never repeated them.