Timesheet Approval Checklist
Review punches, breaks, corrections, overtime, approvals, and payroll readiness before a timesheet is finalized.
Timesheet Approval Checklist
Review details
Manager notes and unresolved items
A repeatable timesheet approval process
Review the record
Compare punches, breaks, corrections, and scheduled work before relying on the final hour totals.
Resolve exceptions
Investigate missed punches, open punches, unusual time, break issues, and overtime before approval.
Document the decision
Record the reviewer, approval date, unresolved items, and any payroll adjustments that still require follow-up.
Move from a paper checklist to connected timesheet approvals
Shiftaro connects employee punches, breaks, corrections, exceptions, manager review, approval history, timesheets, and payroll readiness in one operating layer.
Explore Shiftaro Time ClockTimesheet approval checklist FAQs
What should managers check before approving a timesheet?
Managers should verify the pay period, employee records, clock-ins and clock-outs, unpaid breaks, missed punches, corrections, overtime, premiums, approvals, and payroll readiness.
Can I print this checklist?
Yes. Use Print / Save as PDF and choose your printer or your browser’s PDF destination.
Does this checklist save my entries?
The checklist runs in your browser. It does not upload entries to Shiftaro. Print or save a PDF before leaving the page if you need a copy.
Does this replace payroll or legal advice?
No. Use it as an operational review aid. Apply the laws, policies, union rules, premiums, and payroll procedures that actually cover your employees.