Timesheet approval software

Timesheet approval needs clear records before payroll is finalised

Timesheet and attendance records affect pay, cost and trust. Managers need a clear way to review time before information reaches payroll.

Practical guide

What this page covers

Time recordsAttendance, submitted time and related notes should be easy to review in context.
Manager approvalManagers need a controlled approval step before time data is treated as final.
Payroll checksPayroll or finance teams need cleaner evidence where hours, overtime or exceptions are queried.
Reporting visibilitySenior teams need to see trends, exceptions and areas creating repeated time or pay issues.

Relevant Portal areas

See it in context

The live demo lets you explore Luminar Portal from employee, manager, admin and director views.

Tutorial videos

Watch time records in use

See how employees use time and attendance, and how overtime requests can be submitted through Luminar Portal.

Common questions

Common questions

Why have a timesheet approval step?

It gives managers a chance to review time records before they affect pay, reporting or cost control.

How does this help payroll?

Payroll teams get cleaner evidence of what has been reviewed and approved.

Can this connect with overtime?

Yes. Timesheet review and overtime approval are closely linked in operational teams.

Does this support management reporting?

Yes. Approved time data gives a stronger base for trend reporting and labour-cost visibility.