Module Overview
The DRKDS HRMS Expense module provides comprehensive employee expense management including claims, advances, travel requests, and reimbursements with multi-level approval workflows.
Expense Categories
- Travel, Food, Accommodation
- Category-wise limits
- Per diem rates
- GST/Tax configuration
Expense Claims
- Digital receipt submission
- Multi-currency support
- Project allocation
- Bulk claims
Advance Management
- Travel advance requests
- Advance approval workflow
- Settlement tracking
- Balance management
Travel Requests
- Travel request submission
- Accommodation booking
- Conveyance management
- Itinerary tracking
Expense Categories Configuration
Navigate to: HRMS → Expense → Configuration → Expense Categories
Default Categories
| Category | Description | Limit Type | GST Applicable |
| Travel - Air | Flight tickets | Per trip | Yes (5%) |
| Travel - Rail | Train tickets | Per trip | Yes (5%) |
| Travel - Road | Taxi, bus, fuel | Per km | Varies |
| Accommodation | Hotel stay | Per night | Yes (12-18%) |
| Food & Meals | Meals during travel | Per day | Yes (5%) |
| Communication | Phone, internet | Per month | Yes (18%) |
| Client Entertainment | Client meetings | Per event | Yes (18%) |
| Office Supplies | Stationery, etc. | Per purchase | Yes (18%) |
Grade-wise Limits
| Category | Junior | Senior | Manager | Director |
| Accommodation (per night) | ₹2,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹10,000 |
| Food (per day) | ₹500 | ₹750 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| Local Travel (per km) | ₹8 | ₹10 | ₹12 | ₹15 |
| Air Travel Class | Economy | Economy | Business | Business |
Expense Claims
Submitting Expense Claim
- Navigate to HRMS → My Expenses → New Claim
- Click "Create"
- Select Expense Category
- Enter Date of Expense
- Enter Amount (with GST if applicable)
- Upload Receipt/Bill (mandatory)
- Enter Description of expense
- Select Project/Cost Center if applicable
- Click "Submit for Approval"
Claim Workflow
Draft
→
Submitted
→
Manager Approved
→
Finance Approved
→
Paid
Tip: Take clear photos of receipts. Ensure vendor name, date, amount, and GST number are visible.
Advance Management
Requesting Advance
- Navigate to HRMS → My Expenses → Request Advance
- Select Advance Type (Travel/General)
- Enter Amount Required
- Provide Purpose of advance
- Set Expected Settlement Date
- Link to Travel Request if applicable
- Submit for approval
Advance Settlement
- After travel/expense, go to Advance record
- Click "Settle Advance"
- Add expense claims against advance
- System calculates balance:
- If expenses > advance: Claim the difference
- If advance > expenses: Return the balance
- Submit for settlement approval
Travel Requests
Creating Travel Request
- Navigate to HRMS → Expense → Travel Requests
- Click "Create"
- Enter Travel Purpose
- Set From Date and To Date
- Add Itinerary:
- From City → To City
- Mode of travel
- Accommodation requirements
- Enter Estimated Budget
- Request Advance if needed
- Submit for approval
Travel Entitlements
| Grade | Air Travel | Hotel Star | Per Diem |
| Executive | Economy | 3-Star | ₹1,500/day |
| Manager | Economy Plus | 4-Star | ₹2,000/day |
| Senior Manager | Business | 4-Star | ₹2,500/day |
| Director+ | Business | 5-Star | ₹3,500/day |
Approval Process
Expense Approval Levels
| Amount Range | Approval Level |
| Up to ₹5,000 | Manager only |
| ₹5,001 - ₹25,000 | Manager + Finance |
| ₹25,001 - ₹1,00,000 | Manager + Finance + HOD |
| Above ₹1,00,000 | Manager + Finance + CFO |
Approving Expenses (Manager)
- Navigate to HRMS → Expense → My Team Expenses
- Review expense details and receipts
- Check policy compliance
- Approve or Reject with comments
Daily Operations Guide
Employee Tasks
- Submit expenses within 7 days of incurrence
- Attach original receipts/bills
- Settle advances within 5 days of return
- Track claim status regularly
Finance Tasks
| Task | Frequency |
| Review pending approvals | Daily |
| Process reimbursements | Weekly (Friday) |
| Reconcile advances | Weekly |
| Generate expense reports | Monthly |
Case Studies
Case Study: Sales Team Expense Management
Challenge: 50-member sales team with frequent travel and client entertainment expenses.
Solution:
- Mobile app for on-the-go expense submission
- GPS-based mileage tracking
- Pre-approved client entertainment limits
- Weekly reimbursement cycle
Result: 60% faster reimbursement, 95% policy compliance
Reports
| Report | Description |
| Expense Summary | Employee-wise expense summary |
| Category Analysis | Expenses by category |
| Department Budget | Actual vs budget by department |
| Advance Outstanding | Unsettled advances |
| Travel Cost Report | Travel expenses analysis |