Accepting a resignation early without paying the employee for the notice period can have consequences, if the employee gave more than two weeks' notice. I thank them for their service, and I accept their resignations with great regret.Very sincerely yours,. Dear Bill: It is with great regret that I accept your resignation as Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. Unless very clearly spelled out in an employment contract, your submitted resignation is final. Comment on how much you learned working there, and bring up any major accomplishments you may have had there.