Automating a Bi-Weekly Timesheet in Excel

Key Steps:

1. Auto-Populate Dates:

   • Enter a start date in the "Pay Period Start Date" cell.
   • The templates automatically calculate the "Pay Period End Date" and populate all days/dates.

2. Setting Up Formulas:

   • Use Excel formulas such as =G3 + 13 to calculate the pay period end date.
   • Copy formulas down the table to populate sequential dates.

3. Formatting:

   • Ensure date cells are formatted correctly.
   • Format hour input cells for proper decimal representation.

4. Drop-Down List for PTO:

   • Create a separate tab for PTO types (e.g., Vacation, Sick).
   • Use Data Validation to create drop-down lists in timesheet cells.

5. Calculating Hours and Pay:

   • Total Hours: Use SUM formula to calculate total hours from designated cells.
   • Overtime and PTO Hours: Set up similar SUM calculations.
   • Pay Calculations: Multiply total hours by rate per hour for pay calculations, including overtime and PTO.

6. Further Templates and Videos:

   • Available for semi-monthly and weekly timesheet automation.
   • Tips on using conditional formatting and calculating overtime.

Additional Resources:

• Templates available for download via links in the video description.
• Visit SharonSmithHR.com for more content and templates.

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