Account Administrator

Job Summary

Nav Van Hire is seeking a reliable, organised, and detail-oriented Accounts Administration to join our growing finance team. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accurate processing of customer and supplier transactions, maintaining financial records, and assisting with month-end reporting.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a fast-paced vehicle rental environment, working closely with the Finance Manager and wider operations team.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase invoices and supplier payments accurately and efficiently.
• Raise customer invoices for vehicle rentals, damage charges, and additional services.
• Reconcile customer and supplier accounts, resolving any discrepancies promptly.
• Assist with credit control by monitoring outstanding balances and following up on overdue payments.
• Process daily banking transactions and allocate customer receipts.
• Maintain accurate financial records using accounting software.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial procedures.
• Support the preparation of VAT returns and financial reports.
• Maintain organised financial documentation in line with company procedures.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal departments regarding finance-related queries.
• Assist with vehicle deposit reconciliations and refund processing.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures.
• Support the Finance Manager with ad-hoc accounting and administrative duties.

Experience & Skills

• Previous experience as an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Bookkeeper, or similar role.
• Experience using accounting software such as Xero, or similar accounting systems.
• Strong understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger, and bank reconciliations.
• Excellent numerical and data entry skills with a high level of accuracy.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Experience within the vehicle rental, automotive, transport, or fleet industry would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Must have own transport.
• Salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications

Desirable

• Experience within the vehicle rental, automotive, transport, or fleet industry.
• Knowledge of VAT returns and month-end accounting procedures.

References

• A minimum of two satisfactory employment references will be required before any offer of employment is confirmed.
• References must verify your previous accounting experience and employment history.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Company pension.
• On-site parking.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Full-time, permanent position.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, has excellent attention to detail, and is looking to build a long-term career within a growing and ambitious vehicle rental company.

Pay: £26,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person