Time Tracking
Track employee hours for payroll processing and job costing. The time tracking system supports real-time clock in/out, manual timesheet entry, approval workflows, and integration with payroll systems.
Key Features
- Flexible Entry Methods - Clock in/out for real-time tracking or timesheet for after-the-fact entry
- Mobile Support - Full functionality on phones and tablets with GPS location capture
- Approval Workflow - Submit, review, and lock timesheets for payroll
- Mileage Tracking - Record miles driven with optional odometer readings
- Multiple Pay Types - Regular, overtime, PTO, and custom pay types
- Export Options - CSV, Excel, and PDF exports with QuickBooks integration
Getting Started
For Employees
Track Time Daily
- Log time using your preferred method
- Add notes to document work performed
- Review your entries before week end
- Submit for approval
Choose Your Method
- Clock In/Out - Real-time tracking with location capture
- Timesheet - Enter time for multiple days/projects at once
For Managers
- Review submitted timesheets in the Approval queue
- Approve accurate timesheets or request corrections
- Export approved time for payroll processing
Time Entry Quick Reference
| Task | Where to Go |
|---|---|
| Clock in to start work | Time Tracking > Clock In |
| Enter time for past days | Time Tracking > Timesheet |
| View weekly summary | Time Tracking > Timesheet |
| Submit for approval | Timesheet > Submit |
| Approve team timesheets | Time Tracking > Approvals |
| Export for payroll | Time Tracking > Export |
In This Section
Logging Time
Overview of time entry methods, required fields, pay types, and basic workflows.
Clock In/Out
Real-time time tracking with automatic start/end times, GPS location capture, and offline support.
Timesheet
Grid-based interface for viewing and entering time across projects and days.
Approval Workflow
Submitting timesheets for approval, manager review process, and locking completed weeks.
Mileage Tracking
Recording vehicle mileage and odometer readings alongside time entries.
Mobile Time Entry
Using time tracking features on phones and tablets in the field.
Exports
Exporting time data for payroll, job costing, and QuickBooks integration.
Related Topics
- Pay Types - Configure available pay types
- Labor Rates - Set up employee labor rates
- Cost Codes - Manage cost code structure
- QuickBooks Desktop - Time sync configuration
- Hours Worked Report - Analyze time data