ClickTime Integrated Expense Tracking
Built-in expense reporting feature within ClickTime that allows team members to log expenses against projects alongside time entries, creating unified tracking for both labor and material costs.
Last updated: 2026-03-20 07:40
Overview
ClickTime's integrated expense tracking allows team members to log project-related expenses directly within the time tracking platform. This unified approach ensures all project costs—both labor and materials—are captured in one system.
Key Features
Expense Entry: Log expenses against any tracked project or task
Receipt Capture: Attach receipt images via mobile app
Category Management: Organize expenses by type (travel, meals, materials, etc.)
Approval Workflow: Route expenses for manager review and approval
Reimbursement: Track which expenses need employee reimbursement
Mobile Capability
ClickTime Mobile for iPhone and Android:
- Capture expenses on-the-go
- Take receipt photos immediately
- Log expenses from any location
- Works offline with sync when connected
Benefits of Integration
Single Platform: No separate expense reporting tool needed
Complete Project Costs: Time + expenses = total project cost
Unified Reporting: See all project costs together
Simplified Billing: Bill clients for both time and expenses from one system
Better Profitability Analysis: Understand true all-in project costs
Workflow
- Employee incurs project expense
- Logs expense in ClickTime (same place they track time)
- Attaches receipt
- Submits for approval
- Manager reviews and approves
- Finance processes reimbursement
- Expense allocated to project budget
Use Cases
Consulting: Track both billable hours and client expenses
Field Services: Capture materials and travel costs per job
Professional Services: Complete project costing including expenses
Agencies: Bill clients for production costs plus labor
The integration eliminates data silos and provides complete financial visibility into project performance.
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