Departing Employee Checklist: Company Property Return & Final Paycheck

Use this checklist to ensure a smooth offboarding process and avoid delays with your final paycheck.

✅ Return Company Property

☐ Laptop and / or Desktop

☐ Monitor

☐ Mobile phone

☐ Charger and accessories

☐ ID badge or key card

☐ Office keys

☐ Any other company-issued equipment

📝 Confirm Details with HR

☐ Verify your final paycheck date

☐ Ask if any deductions are planned

☐ Confirm they received all returned items

☐ Request a written confirmation of return if needed

📄 Review Your Agreements

☐ Check your employment contract for any property return clauses

☐ Review your state’s labor laws about final paycheck rules

☐ Make sure you didn’t sign anything allowing deductions

💬 Ask Questions if Unsure

☐ If you’re unsure about anything, ask HR or consult your state’s labor department

Returning company property promptly helps avoid paycheck delays and ensures a smooth exit. Keep a record of what you returned and when.