AccoNova HRMS Product Overview
AccoNova connects employee master data, attendance, leave, payroll and self-service in one HR workflow. This page shows the product architecture, key modules, integrations and how data moves from employee action to payroll output.
Deep-Dive Product Modules & Core Capabilities
Everything you need to automate your workforce operations on a single, high-performance platform.
Smart Attendance, Geo-Fencing & Shift Management
Eliminate proxy attendance, track field operations in real time, and manage complex shifts effortlessly.
- Multi-Channel Clock-In: Mobile self-service, web portal logins, and tablet Kiosk modes.
- GPS Geo-Fencing & Live Map Tracking: Restrict clock-ins strictly to authorized GPS coordinates.
- Outdoor Duty (OD) & Field Tracking: Live location validation for sales and remote teams.
- Shift Rostering & Rota Management: Multi-shift rosters, night shifts, rotating coverage, and shift-swaps.
- Overtime & Late Mark Controls: Automated grace period logic, late mark deductions, and OT approvals.
Automated Payroll Engine & Statutory Compliance
Process accurate payroll in minutes while supporting review of applicable Indian payroll rules.
- One-Click Payroll Processing: Compute gross earnings, allowances, deductions, net pay, and bulk payslips.
- Integrated Statutory Compliance: Automatic EPF (PF), ESI, and TDS tax deductions.
- Direct Portal Exports: Direct-upload EPF ECR text files and Form 16 PDF generation.
- Full & Final (F&F) Settlement: Leave encashment, notice period recovery, and gratuity calculations.
- Loans & Salary Advances: EMI auto-deductions and advance tracking.
- Online Tax Declarations: Self-service portal for investment declarations (80C, 80D, HRA) and proofs.
Core HR & Digital Employee Lifecycle
Centralize workforce records and manage employee onboarding without paper forms.
- Central Employee Directory: Unified profiles with personal, professional, bank, and compliance data.
- Self-Registration & Digital Onboarding: Paperless registration, document uploads, and policy reviews.
- Organizational Hierarchy & Chart: Management chains, reporting trees, and functional departments.
- Document Vault & Policy Center: store HR letters and policies; review the selected plan’s storage allowance.
- Ex-Employee Portal: Archives for former employees, exit documentation, and verification.
Talent, Performance & Manager Workflows
Give managers clear performance metrics and structured talent acquisition workflows.
- Recruitment & Applicant Tracking (ATS): Post job requisitions, candidate pipelines, interview schedules, and offer letters.
- Performance Appraisals & Training: Quarterly OKRs, 360-degree peer/manager evaluations, and skill development.
- Manager Approvals Portal: One-stop dashboard for leaves, reimbursements, OD logs, and appraisals.
- HR Helpdesk Ticket System: In-app ticketing system for fast resolution of employee queries.
Nova AI & Enterprise Multi-Entity Control
Architected for expanding operations and conglomerate groups.
- Nova AI Assistant: Query HR policies, draft announcements, analyze attendance, and parse documents.
- Multi-Branch & Multi-Entity Management: Centralize operations across branches and legal entities.
- Fine-Grained Permission Matrix: Custom access rights for HR, managers, finance, and supervisors.
- Secure Audit Logs: Activity activity ledgers for data compliance and security.
Four Portals. One Unified App.
AccoNova automatically switches the user interface depending on active role permissions, ensuring a focused, secure workspace.
Company Admin
Full administrative control over tenant configurations, company branches, subscription packages, and employee directories.
Key Capabilities
- Multi-company context switching
- Visual Permission Matrix (ACL toggles)
- Database mutation audit logs
- Registration triggers and billing dossier
HR Managers
Daily operational HR command center for managing schedules, leave applications, payroll disbursements, and candidate pipelines.
Key Capabilities
- 1-Click payroll processing
- Weekly Shift Rostering grid
- Recruitment Kanban boards
- Manual punch correction approvals
Reporting Managers
Approval dashboard for department heads to manage their teams, approve claims, and review appraisals without HR bottlenecks.
Key Capabilities
- Multi-tier approval queue
- KRA/KPI goal appraisal scorecards
- Task checklist delegation & points
- Team attendance ledger calendars
Employees (ESS)
Personal workspace for employees to check-in, apply for leaves, download documents, and check IT assets.
Key Capabilities
- GPS Selfie punch check-in/out
- Leave and OD applications
- Expense and advance requests
- Secure document signed URLs
Why Choose AccoNova HRMS?
Engineered to bridge the gap between rigid legacy software and loose spreadsheets with modern automation.
For HR & Payroll Admins
Reduce repetitive data entry by connecting attendance inputs, approved adjustments and payroll review in one workflow.
For Business Owners & CXOs
Gain real-time analytics into headcount, labor costs, attendance compliance, and multi-entity performance.
For Field Managers
Eliminate proxy attendance and track multi-site operations with real-time GPS map tracking.
For Employees
Enjoy a modern self-service portal to mark attendance, apply for leaves, download payslips, and submit tax proofs.
Zero-Touch Payroll
EPF (12%), ESIC, PT, and TDS calculated natively for Indian compliance guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How does AccoNova HRMS ensure statutory compliance in India?
AccoNova HRMS features an integrated Indian compliance engine that automatically calculates EPF, ESI, TDS, and Gratuity. It generates official EPF ECR text files for direct upload to the EPFO portal and compiles annual Form 16 PDFs.
Can AccoNova HRMS handle shift rotations for factories or retail stores?
Yes. AccoNova HRMS supports multi-shift scheduling, night shifts, rotating rosters, and automated shift-swap approvals, making it ideal for retail, manufacturing, hospitality, and healthcare sectors.
How does Geo-Fencing attendance work on mobile devices?
When an employee checks in using the mobile app, AccoNova HRMS verifies their GPS coordinates against pre-defined geographical boundaries set for their office, client location, or job site before accepting the clock-in.
Is Nova AI included in all plans?
Check the current plan catalogue for included features and any usage allowance. Confirm the applicable Nova AI allowance before subscribing.