Sending Unapproved Reminder Emails in Timesheets

This article explains the Send Unapproved Reminder Email functionality in Timesheets.

OVERVIEW

When assigning work schedules to your employees in Namely Payroll, you can configure the settings to enable email reminders for unapproved timecards. The employee's manager and alternate manager will receive the email. The message consists of employees who submitted their timecards but are still waiting for the manager's approval.

UNAPPROVED EMAIL REMINDERS

To enable Unapproved Email Reminders in Namely Payroll:

  1. In the Timesheet tab, click Assign Work Schedule.

  2. Scroll down and locate the applicable employee.

  3. Select the checkbox for Send Unapproved Reminder Email.

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TIP:

View the employee's manager and alternate manager in the respective columns.

  1. Click Save Changes.

MESSAGE IN THE EMAIL REMINDER

When a manager and the alternate manager receives the Unapproved Reminder email, the message will follow this template: 

Title: Unapproved TimeCard Reminder

Company Name
Dear Manager,

(Employee Names)

The above employee(s) have submitted timecards of which some or all punches require your approval. You can log in to Namely and approve the timecards. If you require assistance with approving timecards, please contact your Payroll Manager. Have a wonderful day!

Example:

Title: Unapproved TimeCard Reminder

Company Name
Dear Jane,

John Smith
Adam McGuire
Beth James

The above employee(s) have submitted timecards of which some or all punches require your approval. You can log in to Namely and approve the timecards. If you require assistance with approving timecards, please contact your Payroll Manager. Have a wonderful day!