Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
Accountants for Dentists in Coventry: Specialist Tax and Practice Accounting Support
4.9/5.0
Google Reviews
⭐ What Clients Say About Us
See what doctors, dentists, and care providers say about working with us.
Accounting Support for Dentists and Dental Practices in Coventry
Associate & Private Dentists
Self-assessment, allowable expense claims, lab fees and superannuation reconciliation for self-employed associates and private dentists.
Dental Practice Owners & Principals
Practice accounts, payroll for nurses and receptionists, UDA income monitoring, cash flow and profit extraction planning.
Orthodontists & Specialists
Accounting for referral-based and specialist practices, including capital allowances on equipment and VAT on cosmetic treatment.
Squat Practices & Dental Start-Ups
Cash flow forecasts for lenders, company formation, cloud software set-up and registration for new and squat dental practices.
Our Accounting and Tax Services for Dentists
Bookkeeping for Dental Practices
We reconcile NHS schedules, private takings, plan income such as Denplan and card receipts so you always know what the practice is really earning.
VAT for Dental Practices
Most dental treatment is VAT exempt, but cosmetic work, teeth whitening and product sales are not. We handle partial exemption and get your returns right.
Self-Assessment for Associate Dentists
We prepare associate tax returns, claim every allowable expense from GDC fees and indemnity to CPD and lab costs, and reconcile superannuation deductions.
Dental Payroll, Auto-Enrolment & NHS Pension
Payroll for nurses, hygienists and reception staff, plus auto-enrolment, statutory pay and NHS Pension submissions handled on time every month.
Practice Accounts & Profitability Reporting
Management accounts that show profit per surgery, per associate and per income stream, so you can see exactly where the practice makes money.
Accounting Considerations That Commonly Affect Dental Practices
Dental accounting often involves more moving parts than a straightforward self-employed trade, because income, expenses and reporting duties shift with your role and business structure. A few of the areas that may need attention include the following.
- Managing NHS and private dental income, including keeping the two streams clearly separated in your records where required
- Associate dentist arrangements, including self-employed contracts, UDA payments and how those are reported
- Professional expenses such as indemnity cover, GDC and professional body subscriptions, and continuing professional development
- Dental equipment, fittings and capital expenditure, and how these are treated for tax and accounts purposes
- Practice payroll, including staff salaries, pensions and employment costs, together with your own remuneration planning
- Bookkeeping and financial records, plus VAT considerations where registration applies
- Partnership or limited company structures, including profit shares, directors' duties and Corporation Tax
Why Dentists Work with CruseBurke
Genuine Dental Expertise
We know UDAs, superannuation, associate agreements and GDC costs without being told.
Built Around Your Practice
Associates, principals and multi-site groups each get a different service, not a template.
Fixed, Transparent Fees
One agreed monthly fee with no hourly billing and no surprises at year end.
Proactive Dental Tax Planning
Incorporation reviews, capital allowances on equipment and profit extraction planned in advance.
Named Accountant, Real Answers
You deal with the same qualified person every time, by phone or email, not a call centre.
A Track Record Since Before WWII
Our roots go back further than the Second World War and we act for dental clients across London.
Our Simple Three-Step Approach
1. Initial Consultation (It’s Free):
We begin by getting to know your practice and understanding your unique needs. This step ensures we have a clear picture of your operations and your goals.
2. Customised Plan:
Based on our initial discussion, we create a personalised plan designed specifically for you. The aim is to keep everything organised and easy to follow. You can rest assured that your numbers are being handled with expert precision.
3. Ongoing Support & Updates:
From there, we take care of the ongoing work and keep you updated with reports. You’ll always know what’s happening, and we’re always here to answer your questions, ensuring you have a clear picture of your financial health at all times.
Professional Support Built Around Dental Practice Needs
Technology Driven
Cloud accounting linked to your practice software so your figures are current, not six months old.
Named Dental Accountant
A dedicated accountant for dentists who knows your practice, your contract and your plans.
Ongoing Support
Unlimited support by phone and email, including quick answers on UDA and superannuation queries.
Experienced Team
Our team has over 100 years of combined accountancy experience.
Free - Email Reminders
Never Miss any deadline with our automated email reminders.
Yes, We Are Chartered!
We’re an ICAEW, ACCA & AAT accredited Firm.
How to Switch to Our Dental Accountants
Take a back seat and let our London dental accountants handle everything. Switching mid-year is straightforward and you do not need to speak to your old accountant:
Get in touch
Reach out to us and we will discuss your practice, your contract and how we can help.
Letter of Engagement
We’ll send over a simple letter to formalise our partnership and get everything in motion.
Previous Accountants
If you're switching, we’ll take care of contacting your previous accountants to make the transition smooth.
We Do the Rest
From there, sit back and relax. We’ll manage your accounts, taxes, and everything in between, keeping your practice running smoothly.
FAQs
It depends entirely on how you work. For an associate dentist, the focus is often Self Assessment, recording income accurately, and claiming allowable professional expenses such as indemnity cover and GDC fees. For a practice owner, the work typically extends to bookkeeping, annual accounts, payroll, VAT where registration applies, and Corporation Tax if the practice trades through a limited company. The common thread is making sure your income and costs are recorded correctly and your tax filings are prepared on time.
In most cases, self-employed associate dentists need to register with HMRC and file a Self Assessment tax return each year, reporting income from the practice and claiming allowable expenses. The position can vary, particularly if you also have employed income, locum work or other earnings, so it is worth checking your specific circumstances rather than assuming. Getting the registration and record-keeping right from the start tends to make each tax year much easier to deal with.
NHS payments and private fees usually need to be recorded separately so your accounts, tax returns and any VAT position can be prepared accurately. The way each stream is treated can differ, and for practice owners there may also be associates' contributions or contract payments to account for. Keeping these clearly distinguished in your bookkeeping avoids guesswork later and makes the figures far easier to explain if HMRC asks questions.
There is no single answer that suits every dentist. Sole trader status is common for associates, partnerships are frequently used where dentists share ownership of a practice, and limited companies can be appropriate for practice owners with staff, equipment and reinvestment plans. The right structure depends on your income level, how profits are shared, and your longer-term plans. It is a decision worth reviewing periodically rather than setting once and forgetting.
Yes. Dental practices often employ receptionists, dental nurses, hygienists, therapists and practice managers, and each brings PAYE, pension and reporting obligations. Payroll support can cover payslips, RTI submissions and pension duties, while also helping you understand the overall employment cost of the team. If you are a director or partner, your own remuneration can be considered alongside staff costs as part of wider tax planning.
VAT registration depends on your taxable turnover and the mix of services you provide, and certain dental and medical services may be exempt. Because exemption rules and thresholds can be complex, the position should be checked against your actual activities rather than assumed. If registration applies, bookkeeping needs to support accurate VAT returns, so it is worth setting this up properly from the outset.
Typically, we would look at your previous accounts or tax returns, your current bookkeeping records, details of your income sources including NHS and private work, and information on expenses such as indemnity, subscriptions and equipment. If you are employed as well as self-employed, or run a limited company, the relevant payroll and Companies House information is useful too. If records are incomplete, we can help establish what is missing and how to get things in order.
Yes, and it is more common than many dentists expect. Switching usually involves notifying your current accountant and arranging for records and professional clearance to be transferred, which can generally be handled at any point rather than waiting for a year end. The main aim is to keep filings on track during the handover so there is no gap in compliance. It is worth raising any outstanding returns or deadlines early so they can be factored into the transition.