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Timesheets & Hours

How Timesheets Work

Timesheets are how you record your work hours and get paid. Accurate, timely timesheet submission ensures you receive payment on schedule.

The Timesheet Cycle

  1. Work Week β€” Sunday through Saturday
  2. Submission β€” Due by Monday at 11:59 PM
  3. Customer Review β€” 1-3 business days
  4. Approval β€” Invoice generated automatically
  5. Payment β€” Based on contract terms (Net-15, Net-30)
Best Practice
Enter your hours daily rather than waiting until the end of the week. Daily entry is more accurate and prevents last-minute rush.

Submitting Your Timesheet

Step 1: Access Timesheets

  1. Go to Dashboard
  2. Click Timesheets
  3. Click New Timesheet or select the current week

Step 2: Select Contract

If you have multiple active contracts, select which one this timesheet is for. Each contract requires a separate timesheet.

Step 3: Enter Hours

For each day you worked:

FieldDescription
Regular HoursStandard time (typically up to 8 hrs/day, 40/week)
Overtime HoursHours beyond regular (if applicable to your contract)
NotesBrief description of work performed (optional)

Step 4: Review & Submit

  1. Verify all hours are correct
  2. Check that dates match your work days
  3. Click Submit for Approval
  4. You'll receive a confirmation notification

Timesheet Deadlines

Weekly Schedule

DayActivity
Sun - SatWork week (enter hours as you go)
Monday 11:59 PM⏰ DEADLINE - Submit timesheet
Tue - ThuCustomer review & approval
FridayInvoice generated, payment processed
Don't Miss the Deadline
Late timesheets delay your payment by at least one full pay cycle. Set a calendar reminder for Monday mornings!

Approval Process

After you submit, your timesheet goes through approval:

Timesheet Statuses

  • Draft β€” You've started but not submitted
  • Submitted β€” Waiting for customer review
  • Approved β€” Ready for invoicing and payment
  • Rejected β€” Needs revision (see feedback)

Who Approves?

  • Standard Contracts: Your customer contact
  • White Glove: Customer contact, with Account Manager support

Common Rejection Reasons

Timesheets may be rejected for these reasons:

ReasonHow to Fix
Hours don't match recordsVerify against your own records, communicate with customer
Missing work descriptionAdd notes describing tasks completed
Incorrect overtime calculationReview your SSA for overtime rules, recalculate
Wrong dates selectedCorrect the dates to match actual work days
Duplicate submissionDelete duplicate, keep the correct one

Editing Submitted Timesheets

While Pending

If your timesheet hasn't been reviewed yet:

  1. Go to Dashboard > Timesheets
  2. Find the timesheet with "Submitted" status
  3. Click Recall to bring it back to draft
  4. Make your corrections
  5. Resubmit

After Approval

Once approved, you cannot directly edit. To make corrections:

  1. Contact your Account Manager (White Glove) or customer (Standard)
  2. Explain what needs to be corrected
  3. They may unapprove for edits or make manual adjustments
  4. Adjustments may appear in the next pay period

Timesheet Disputes

If you disagree with a rejection or believe there's an error:

Resolution Steps

  1. Review the feedback β€” Understand the specific concern
  2. Gather evidence β€” Emails, messages, or records supporting your hours
  3. Communicate directly β€” Message your customer contact
  4. Escalate if needed β€” Contact your Account Manager
  5. Formal dispute β€” Submit through Dashboard > Support > File Dispute
Keep Records
Maintain your own daily work log. Having independent records makes dispute resolution much easier and faster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Late submissions delay your payment. If you miss the Monday 11:59 PM deadline, your timesheet may not be processed until the following pay cycle. Repeated late submissions may affect your reputation score. If you have a valid reason, contact your Account Manager immediately.
While the timesheet is "Pending" approval, you can recall and edit it. Once approved, you'll need to contact your Account Manager to request adjustments. Major changes require customer approval and may be reflected in a subsequent pay period.
Standard overtime is 1.5x your regular rate for hours over 40/week. Some contracts also pay overtime for hours over 8/day. Double time may apply for hours over 12/day or weekend work. Your specific overtime terms are in your SSAβ€”always verify before assuming.
You'll receive a notification with the rejection reason. Common issues: incorrect hours, missing details, or discrepancies with customer records. Review the feedback, make corrections, and resubmit. Contact your Account Manager if you believe the rejection was in error.
Timesheets are for hours only. Expenses (including reimbursable items) should be submitted separately through the Expenses feature. Keep timesheets focused on time worked; upload receipts to Expenses for reimbursement.
Holiday pay depends on your contract terms. Some contracts pay premium rates (1.5x or 2x) for holidays, while others treat holidays as regular workdays. Check your SSA for holiday provisions. Enter the hours normally and note "Holiday" in the description.
PTO and sick time policies vary by contract type. W2 placements may accrue PTO. 1099 contractors typically don't receive paid time off. Do not submit time for days you didn't work unless your contract specifically includes paid leave.
Yes, if you started mid-week or ended mid-week, submit a timesheet for only the days worked. The system handles partial weeks automatically. Just ensure the dates match your actual work period.

Questions about timesheets?

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