Gusto Time Tracking

Overview

Gusto provides integrated time tracking as part of its comprehensive payroll and HR platform designed for small and medium-sized businesses. The time tracking functionality seamlessly connects with payroll processing, ensuring accurate wage calculations and reducing administrative burden.

Time Tracking Features

• Mobile & Web Clocking - Employees clock in/out via mobile app or web browser
• Timesheet Management - Digital timesheets replace paper-based time tracking
• Automatic Payroll Sync - Hours automatically flow into payroll for processing
• Overtime Tracking - Automatically calculate overtime based on federal and state laws
• PTO Management - Track vacation, sick time, and other leave alongside work hours
• GPS Location Stamps - Verify employee location at clock-in for field workers
• Manager Approvals - Workflow for reviewing and approving timesheets before payroll
• Time Off Requests - Integrated PTO requests that adjust timesheet hours

Payroll Integration Benefits

Gusto's integration between time tracking and payroll eliminates common errors:

• No Manual Entry - Hours automatically transfer to payroll calculations
• Accurate Wage Calculations - System applies correct hourly rates and overtime multipliers
• Tax Compliance - Proper calculation of payroll taxes based on hours worked
• Direct Deposit - Process payroll with confidence in time data accuracy
• Year-End Reporting - W-2s and tax forms reflect accurate hour records

Small Business Focus

Gusto is designed specifically for small businesses (1-100 employees) with features like:

• Simple Setup - Easy onboarding without complex configuration
• Affordable Pricing - Competitive rates for small team sizes
• Compliance Support - Automatic tax filings and labor law compliance
• Employee Self-Service - Workers manage their own time and PTO requests
• Mobile-First - Apps designed for on-the-go workforce

Additional HR Features

Beyond time tracking, Gusto centralizes:

• Benefits administration
• New hire onboarding
• Employee directories
• Performance reviews
• Compliance alerts

Industry Applications

• Restaurants and hospitality tracking hourly workers
• Retail managing shift-based employees
• Professional services with mixed hourly/salary teams
• Healthcare facilities scheduling clinical and administrative staff
• Any small business processing payroll for hourly employees

Integration Ecosystem

Gusto integrates with popular small business tools:

• QuickBooks and Xero for accounting
• When I Work for advanced scheduling
• Various POS systems for hospitality
• Applicant tracking systems for hiring

Pricing

Gusto pricing starts at $40/month base fee plus $6 per employee per month, with time tracking included in all plans. This positions it as an affordable option for small businesses needing combined payroll and time tracking.