Leave & Absence Management Software
Absence management software that handles every type of leave you offer—from holiday and sickness to TOIL, and more. With self-service, quick approvals, calendar syncing, and clear reporting designed to keep time off organised and visible.
The leave management system built for speed and simplicity
Whether it’s holiday bookings, last-minute sick days, or longer-term absences like parental or compassionate leave, you need a system that keeps everything in order—without the delays, bottlenecks, or guesswork. With our absence management software, employees can make requests in seconds, managers get full visibility, and everyone stays on the same page.
It’s everything you need to manage leave with confidence, with no admin—because it’s connected to all your existing tools.
Handle all types of
leave
Manage holiday, sickness, parental leave, unpaid time off, TOIL, and more—configurable to match your company policies.
Straightforward
self-service
Employees can submit leave requests online with supporting documents if needed, saving time and keeping records accurate.
Easily spot absence
patterns
Access clear, customisable reports to identify trends and absenteeism—including automated Bradford Factor scoring.
Support multi-location teams
Handle global and multi-location teams with flexible rules, making sure all team’s policies are respected and aligned.
We can easily track employee information, manage leave requests, and ensure accurate payroll reporting—all in one place. The user-friendly interface and smooth integration have saved us countless hours, allowing us to focus more on our mission. [Cintra People's] affordability and functionality make it the perfect solution for non-profit organisations like ours. Highly recommended!
— Guy Lawrence, Managing Director, Non-Profit
Keep things moving with employee self-service
Managing time off shouldn’t be a task that only HR can handle. With our absence management software, employees can log in from anywhere—whether they’re at home, in the office, or on the go—and submit leave requests in just a few clicks.
They’ll see their remaining leave balance right away, so they know exactly what they can take before making a request. And because the system is simple and intuitive, they won’t need training or help to get started—saving you time from day one.
Stay on top of trends with instant absence reports
Managing absence means having the right data at your fingertips. With our leave management software, you can generate reports on sickness, holidays, and leave patterns in just a few clicks.
Need regular updates? Set reports to run automatically on a schedule that suits you. And for sickness tracking, our built-in Bradford Factor report makes it easy to spot trends and flag any concerns across your teams.
HR SOFTWARE BROCHURE
Find out more about the features and functionality in Cintra's HR management system, designed to transform your people processes.
Make return to work simple and consistent
Take the guesswork out of what happens after sick leave. Our absence management software includes an automated return to work process, so nothing gets missed and everything stays on track.
You can set custom questions for both employees and managers, making sure the right conversations happen, and any concerns are addressed. It’s a straightforward way to make sure every return is handled properly—no gaps, no delays, full support.
Quick, clear approvals for managers
Managers can review and approve leave requests in just one click—no hold-ups or confusion. Instant notifications and a clear approvals dashboard mean nothing gets missed.
See who’s off, what’s pending, and how much leave each team member has left—all in leave management system that’s synced with HR and payroll. With built-in sickness tracking and full team visibility, it’s easy to make the right call every time.
Absence management software that keeps everything in sync
Fully customisable
You can customise allowances to match your company policies—including custom allowances like TOIL, training leave, volunteering, accruals, and length of service awards.
Full visibility
Get a clear view of who’s off and when with shared team calendars, dashboards, and absence overviews for both employees and managers—everyone sees what they need, and nothing more.
Built for global teams
Our absence management software is perfect for global organisations, thanks to integrated translations and localised public holidays that work alongside your policies.
Synced with calendars
Our leave management solutions are integrated with your calendars—through Google Workspace and Office365—so approved leave is automatically added.
Cloud-based
Cintra runs in the cloud, so there’s nothing to install or maintain. It’s always secure, always up-to-date, and accessible from anywhere you need it.
Built for mobile
Our leave management software is built for mobile, so employees and managers can check balances, request time off, and approve leave from any device.
Sign up for your free trial
Get full access to Cintra’s HR software for 14 days—no credit card required! You’ll get full access, with zero commitment. And if you’d like us to show you around, we’re always on hand to run you through a personalised demo.
Fully integrated with your systems
Our leave management solutions are connected to the tools you already use, so your leave data flows exactly where it needs to—no duplication, no manual updates, and no risk of things slipping through the cracks.
- Cintra payroll: Because HR and payroll run on the same platform, leave data pulls through to payroll without the need for integrations.
- Xero: Send approved leave directly to Xero Payroll, so your records stay accurate without manual input.
- Microsoft 365 & Google Workspace: Keep calendars in sync across your organisation, so teams always know who’s off and when.
Leave management software FAQs
Will leave populate in calendars?
Yes, leave is automatically added to calendars for total visibility. Unlike some absence management systems that rely on manual iCal links, Cintra offers true calendar integration. Approved leave is synced directly with Google Calendar and Microsoft Outlook, so team availability stays clear and up to date—without any extra steps. This makes it easy for everyone to see who’s off and plan accordingly!
Does your absence management system support Bradford Factor reporting?
Yes, the software includes built-in Bradford Factor reporting to help you monitor short-term sickness more effectively.
The Bradford Factor is a widely used calculation that highlights frequent, unplanned absences—often the most disruptive type of leave for businesses. It helps identify patterns that may need further attention or investigation.
With Cintra, you can generate Bradford Factor reports in just a few clicks. Filter by team or date range, and choose to view results as a chart or a list of employee scores. Reports can be run as needed or scheduled regularly, making it easy to stay on top of absence trends and support better sickness management across your organisation.
What types of leave can we track?
Cintra allows you to track any type of leave your business needs, with fully customisable leave categories. Whether it’s maternity or paternity leave, training days, jury service, compassionate leave, or anything else, you can configure the system to suit your policies. You decide which types count towards an allowance and which don’t, giving you full control over how leave is managed and reported.
You can also choose whether employees must upload supporting documents—like medical notes or training confirmations—and make attachments optional or mandatory based on leave type.
Is there a limit to how many types of leave we can track?
No, there’s no limit. Our leave management software lets you create and track as many leave types as your organisation needs. Whether it’s standard annual leave or custom categories like volunteering days or study leave, you can set up as many as required—no restrictions.
Is sickness leave tracked separately from holiday?
Yes, sickness leave is tracked completely separately from holiday and other leave types.
Each type of absence—such as annual leave, sick leave, parental leave, or compassionate leave—is recorded and reported on individually, so you always have a clear and accurate picture of why someone is off. You can run sickness-specific reports, use filters by team or date range, and include or exclude sick leave in broader absence reporting.
See Cintra’s HR system in action
We’ll show you Cintra’s leave management solutions, and you tell us about your needs and challenges. Together, we’ll build the perfect HR solution for your organisation.
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