To calculate timesheet hours, enter each shift’s clock-in and clock-out in the Employee Timesheet Calculator and it totals regular and overtime hours. Set your overtime threshold to match your rules.
How to use the Employee Timesheet Calculator
- Enter each shift’s start and end time.
- Set the overtime threshold.
- Read total, regular and overtime hours.
- Use the totals for payroll.
Worked example
Five shifts of 9 hours total 45 hours; with a 40-hour threshold, 40 are regular and 5 are overtime.
Tips and common mistakes
- Subtract unpaid breaks from each shift.
- Overtime rules differ by country, state and contract.
- Keep records of hours worked.
Frequently asked questions
How is overtime decided?
By the threshold you set, commonly hours beyond 40 a week, but rules vary.
Does it calculate pay?
It totals hours. Multiply by your rates for pay.
Is it private?
Yes.