Odoo's Human Resources (HR) and Payroll modules offer a comprehensive set of features to manage various HR and payroll functions within an organization. Keep in mind that Odoo regularly updates and improves its software, so there may have been changes or enhancements to these features since then. Here are some detailed features of Odoo's HR and Payroll modules:

HR Module Features:

1. Employee Management:

   • Create and maintain employee profiles.
   • Track personal and professional information.
   • Store documents and attachments related to employees.

2. Recruitment:

   • Post job vacancies.
   • Manage applicant information.
   • Schedule interviews and evaluate candidates.
   • Hire selected candidates.

3. Time Off and Leave Management:

   • Manage employee leaves, including vacation, sick leave, and other types.
   • Define leave policies.
   • Approve or reject leave requests.

4. Employee Contracts:

   • Create and manage employment contracts.
   • Define contract terms and conditions.
   • Generate contract templates.

5. Employee Directory:

   • Maintain a directory of all employees.
   • Easily access contact details and other employee information.

6. Performance Appraisal:

   • Set up employee performance appraisal processes.
   • Conduct performance reviews and evaluations.
   • Track performance goals and achievements.

7. Training and Development:

   • Manage employee training programs.
   • Schedule training sessions and track attendance.
   • Record training history and certifications.

8. Expense Management:

   • Record and track employee expenses.
   • Define expense policies and approval workflows.
   • Reimburse employees for approved expenses.

9. Employee Self-Service (ESS):

   • Allow employees to access and update their personal information.
   • Submit leave requests and view leave balances.

10. HR Analytics and Reporting:

    • Generate reports on employee data, performance, and attendance.
    • Gain insights into HR metrics and trends.

Payroll Module Features:

1. Payroll Configuration:

   • Set up payroll rules and components.
   • Define salary structures.
   • Configure tax rules and deductions.

2. Salary Calculation:

   • Calculate employee salaries based on configured rules.
   • Handle overtime, bonuses, and commissions.
   • Automatically calculate deductions and taxes.

3. Payroll Processing:

   • Process payroll runs on a regular schedule.
   • Generate payslips for employees.
   • Handle salary payments through various methods.

4. Tax Compliance:

   • Ensure compliance with tax regulations.
   • Calculate and withhold taxes.
   • Generate tax reports and forms.

5. Benefits Administration:

   • Manage employee benefits, such as insurance and retirement plans.
   • Track and report on benefit contributions and deductions.

6. Payment History:

   • Maintain a history of employee payments.
   • Access historical payslips and payment records.

7. Integration with Accounting:

   • Seamlessly integrate payroll with the accounting module for accurate financial reporting.

8. Payroll Reporting:

   • Generate payroll reports for auditing and compliance purposes.

9. Employee Payslip Access:

   • Allow employees to access their payslips online.

10. Multi-Country and Multi-Currency Support:

    • Handle payroll for employees in different countries and currencies.

Please note that the exact features and capabilities of Odoo's HR and Payroll modules may vary based on the version and configuration of the software. Additionally, new features and improvements may have been introduced in more recent versions of Odoo. It's advisable to check the official Odoo documentation or contact Odoo directly for the most up-to-date information on these modules.