Accountability

Meaning & Definition

Accountability is a requirement for employees to be accountable for all the work they do and will do, whether tasks, actions or results. In an HR environment, the accountability of an employee means that they are accountable for meeting the expectations of their job, adhering to the policies of the company and achieving their results. The accountability of employees helps clarify the responsibilities of each employee and ensures that work is carried out in a responsible and transparent manner throughout an organisation.

Importance of accountability:

• Promotes Employee Ownership and Responsibility.
• Individual and Team Performance Improvement.
• Improving Trust and Transparency within a Culture.
• A manager can Accurately Track the Performance of Employees.
• Fair and Accurate Performance Reviews.

Compliance & Policy Considerations:

There is no specific connection between statutory compliance and accountability in the form of a statutory law.
Typically, an organisation may govern accountability through its HR policies, Codes of Conduct and Disciplinary Procedures, and Performance Management System.
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