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Using the Task Timer in Remindoo - Remindoo

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Learn how to use the task timer in Remindoo to track tasks and subtasks, improve productivity, and manage work progress efficiently.

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The task timer records the time spent on a task and its subtasks, so you can compare time against fees.

1. Start the timer

  1. Open the task you are working on.
  2. Start the timer on the task or subtask.

2. Stop and save

  1. Stop the timer when you finish or take a break.
  2. Check the recorded time on the task.

3. Review time

  1. Review time logged across the team on the dashboard.
  2. Compare recorded time with the time estimated for the service.

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Why recording time matters in an accountancy practice

Time is the main cost in every accounting firm. Without recorded time you are guessing whether a fixed fee is profitable, whether a client is taking more work than agreed, or whether a team member is overloaded.

Price services with evidence

Comparing recorded time with the fee for a year-end, VAT return or payroll run shows which clients and services are under-priced before renewal.

Spot scope creep early

When time on a client keeps rising, you can raise it with the client or send an updated proposal rather than absorbing the cost.

Plan capacity realistically

Estimated time against actual time tells managers how much work a person can really take in a busy January or accounts season.

Support fair reviews

Time linked to tasks and clients gives an objective view of workload, rather than relying on who seems busiest.

Practical tips from UK practice

  • Start the timer on the task itself, so time is linked to the right client and service automatically.
  • Set estimated hours in service templates, then compare them with recorded time each quarter.
  • Review the most over-running services before you send renewal proposals or engagement letters.
  • Agree as a team which work counts as client time and which is internal, so the numbers are comparable.

Related Remindoo features

  • Time recording on tasks →
  • Estimated time allocation →
  • Service time analysis by employee →
  • Practice dashboard →

Written and reviewed by Annie, Product Lead at Remindoo. Guidance is general; check current GOV.UK and professional body guidance for your firm.

What UK practices say about Remindoo

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“With Remindoo, everything from the first enquiry to onboarding and ongoing client management is tracked in one place… It saves us hours and gives me, as a practice owner, complete visibility of where the firm stands.”
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“The biggest benefit is having clients, tasks, deadlines, workflows, proposals and communication all organised in one place.”
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“During my trial, the team were absolutely amazing. They helped onboard my clients, set up my settings and made sure everything was ready for me to use… they made the whole process completely stress-free.”
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“It brings client information, tasks, recurring deadlines, workflows and reminders together in one place, giving us much better visibility across the team.”
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