Bankruptcy check: Verify financial history with confidence
Get fast, secure bankruptcy checks completed alongside police checks with full transparency from start to finish. Manage at scale, stay privacy-compliant, and keep every check audit-ready.
Used by Australia's leading organisations
The smarter way to manage bankruptcy checks
Improved candidate experience
Candidates are clearly stepped through check processes with an end-to-end mobile experience and timely completion reminders. 
Better visibility, less admin
Monitor check progress with regular updates to your dashboard, no emails or follow-ups needed. 
Faster turnaround
A lightning fast API connection and easy to use candidate process means checks are run as fast as possible, resulting in reduced time to hire. 
Improved compliance
Built to comply with the Australian Privacy Principles. Leave receiving, storing, and deleting sensitive candidate data to us. 
API integrations
Connect your ATS and HRIS for full visibility in the system your team already knows. 
How do bankruptcy checks work?
Add an employee and click to request checks
Use the MyCheck workflow to send out a request for a combined police and bankruptcy check.
Candidates receive a secure link that steps them through check completion, no login credentials required.
Track progress with visibility and transparency
Use our visual dashboard to view check progress. Set up company-wide reporting, or have specific updates automatically sent to relevant managers.
Candidates are reminded to complete check requirements, including consent to release results.
Verify check results
Verify and inspect bankruptcy check results centrally or designate a specific stakeholder. They’ll be prompted via email to review and approve or reject the check results.
Keep evidence of checks, remove the risk of data storage
Once checks are approved or rejected, evidence of check completion is retained, and documents containing sensitive data are securely deleted.
CheckWorkRights was built to comply with the Australian Privacy Principles legislation, giving you the tools to reliably reduce risk and maintain compliance.
"The reports our team receive automatically with the stoplight colour coding are a game changer."
Natalie van den Dungen, Bega GroupFrequently Asked Questions
What is a bankruptcy check, and why is it important for hiring?
A bankruptcy check searches the National Personal Insolvency Index (NPII) to determine if a candidate is currently or has previously been bankrupt. This check is crucial for roles involving financial responsibilities, as it helps assess a candidate’s financial trustworthiness and potential risk factors.
Which roles typically require a bankruptcy check?
Bankruptcy checks are recommended for positions with financial oversight or access to sensitive financial data, including:
Accountants and Chief Financial Officers
Directors and executive leaders
Loan officers and fund managers
Payroll, purchasing, and procurement staff
Roles within banking, finance, and construction sectors
In some industries, such as financial services and construction, these checks are essential to comply with licensing requirements and to protect the company’s integrity.
Why use CheckWorkRights to run bankruptcy checks?
CheckWorkRights offers a faster, more reliable way to run bankruptcy checks. You get full transparency over the process, with convenient real-time updates and centralised access to results.
We adhere to Privacy Principle APP 11, ensuring secure data deletion. Our platform is built for scale, making it easy to manage checks across large teams.
You can run bankruptcy checks alongside other pre-employment screenings, creating a more streamlined and efficient onboarding experience for your candidates. Plus, every step is backed by a complete audit trail for compliance and peace of mind.
Is it legal to conduct a bankruptcy check on a candidate?
Yes, conducting a bankruptcy check on a candidate for employment purposes is legal in Australia, provided you obtain the candidate or employee’s consent. It’s a standard part of background screening, especially for roles with financial responsibilities. However, it’s essential to use the information responsibly and in accordance with privacy laws.
CheckWorkRights provides a self-service candidate workflow that ensures you obtain recorded consent, and stores and deletes information in line with privacy laws.
How long does it take to receive the results of a bankruptcy check?
With CheckWorkRights, bankruptcy check results are typically returned promptly, often within one business day. This efficiency ensures timely decision-making during the hiring process.
Can bankruptcy checks be integrated with other pre-employment screenings?
Absolutely. CheckWorkRights allows you to manage bankruptcy checks alongside other pre-employment screenings, such as police checks and visa verifications. This integrated approach streamlines the hiring process and ensures comprehensive candidate assessments.
Integrate with your systems
Bring bankruptcy checks into your existing ATS and HRIS for a seamless, centralised experience.
Hire with confidence.
Automate bankruptcy checks and reduce risk. Book a demo to see how.