Dynamics NAV to Xero

Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision) to Xero Migration

Moving from Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision) to Xero does not mean leaving your accounting history behind. We migrate detailed transactions, allocations, VAT, foreign currency and financial dimensions, with reconciliation back to NAV.

Client reviews

What clients say about their Dynamics NAV to Xero migration.

★★★★★

Florentina helped migrate 10 years full transaction history from our on premise microsoft dinamics nav system to Xero ahead of time and on budget. An excellent, professional and efficient service from start to finish. I would recommend her services to anybody needing support migrating to Xero.

Tony Wood · Turnkey Computer Technology Ltd
What we migrate

What is included in a Navision to Xero migration?

Each migration is scoped individually. These are the accounting records and services we commonly include, subject to the agreed proposal.

Microsoft Dynamics NAV to Xero migration

Historical transactions

Agreed years of sales, purchases, credits, payments, journals and bank transactions.

Chart of Accounts and contacts

Account mapping or restructuring, customer and supplier clean-up where required.

VAT and foreign currency

Historical VAT values, original currency amounts and balances where applicable and achievable.

Dimensions and allocations

NAV dimensions reviewed for Xero Tracking; customer and vendor applications assessed.

Reconciliation and handover

Trial Balance, aged ledgers, bank and VAT checks with documented exceptions.

Training and support

Xero training, post-migration email support and first VAT return assistance as agreed in the proposal.

Our process

From source system to reconciled Xero organisation.

We scope the history and reporting structure, extract the data (normally using Jet Reports), agree mapping and dates, import into a trial Xero organisation, then reconcile before final approval.

01

Scope

History, entities, volumes, FX, tracking, attachments and timing.

02

Extract

Collect the source data using the appropriate reports or access route.

03

Map

Agree Chart of Accounts, contacts, tracking and restructuring.

04

Migrate

Load the agreed historical data into a controlled Xero organisation.

05

Reconcile

Compare the result to the source and document exceptions before handover.

Important differences

Not everything should be copied one-for-one.

  • NAV dimensions and analysis codes may need consolidation.
  • Operational modules and inventory detail need separate review.
  • Direct or unusual historical postings can require a different treatment in Xero.
Handover

What do you receive at handover?

We provide a reconciled Xero organisation and a handover pack for the agreed scope, typically including source-to-Xero Trial Balance comparisons, aged debtor and creditor checks, bank and VAT reconciliations, mapping schedules, and documented exceptions or adjustments.

The client reviews the trial result before approval. Training, post-migration support and help with the first VAT return are included where agreed in the proposal.

FAQs

Dynamics NAV to Xero questions.

Project-specific scope is confirmed after we review your source system and data requirements.

Can you migrate historical transactions rather than just opening balances?

Yes. We scope the years and detailed accounting records required, subject to Xero’s practical limits and the agreed source-to-destination treatment.

Is Jet Reports required for a Navision to Xero migration?

Jet Reports is our preferred method. If it is unavailable, we can assess alternative extraction routes before confirming feasibility and scope.

How long does a Navision to Xero migration take?

Most projects take around 3–7 working days per company once extraction and scope are agreed. Complex or multi-entity projects may take longer.

Can NAV dimensions be migrated to Xero?

Often, but Xero has two active Tracking Categories. More extensive NAV dimension structures may need agreed restructuring or a reporting application.

How are NAV posting dates and accounting periods handled?

We review posting dates, document dates and historical reporting requirements with your team, then agree the date treatment and document any material reporting differences.

Can multiple NAV companies and foreign currency be migrated?

Yes, both can be included in a scoped migration. We assess currency history, allocations, entity structures and reconciliation requirements.

What is included at handover?

A reconciled Xero organisation and agreed evidence pack, including Trial Balance and aged-ledger checks, VAT and bank review, mapping and documented exceptions. Training and support follow the proposal.

What NAV data may not migrate directly?

Manufacturing, detailed inventory movements, operational orders, bespoke modules and some system-only history may require separate applications or archiving.

Planning a move?

Tell us what needs to come with you.

We’ll confirm the data we need to scope the migration properly.