Specialist Accountants for Pharmacies & Locum Pharmacists
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NHS and private income reconciliation, stock valuation, capital allowances on dispensing robots, and profit extraction for owners.
Self-assessment, IR35 status on agency work, mileage and expense claims, and limited company versus sole trader comparisons.
Management accounts per branch, acquisition and goodwill advice, and funding forecasts for buying a second or third pharmacy.
VAT on zero-rated and standard-rated lines, e-commerce bookkeeping and stock control for distance-selling pharmacies.
We reconcile EPS and NHS schedules against till takings, track stock movements and keep your books ready for review at any point in the year.
Dispensed NHS medicines are zero-rated while over-the-counter sales and services are standard-rated. We get the split right and reclaim what you are due.
Company or sole trader returns prepared with every allowable cost claimed, from GPhC registration and indemnity to training and fixtures.
Payroll for pharmacists, technicians, dispensers and delivery drivers, plus workplace pension auto-enrolment and statutory pay.
Status reviews on agency and locum engagements, expense claims and the most efficient trading structure for your level of income.
Pharmacy income rarely arrives in one simple stream, and that is where most accounting difficulties begin. Tax, VAT and expense treatment often depend on your individual circumstances, your business structure and how each income source is generated, so getting the detail right matters.
Drug tariff, category M, EPS reconciliation and stock valuation — no explaining required.
One qualified point of contact who knows your branch, your numbers and your plans.
Xero, QuickBooks or Sage linked to your bank and till so figures are current, not six months old.
Management accounts showing dispensing margin, retail margin and profit per branch.
One agreed monthly fee with no hourly billing and no unexpected invoices.
We work with pharmacies, GP practices, dentists and clinics, so the sector is all we do.
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.
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.
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.
Using the latest technology to offer customised financial strategies that help healthcare practices grow and thrive.
A dedicated accountant who understands pharmacy margins, stock and NHS reimbursement.
Our team is here whenever you need guidance. We offer unlimited support to ensure your financial management is always on point.
Our team has over 100 years of combined accountancy experience.
Never Miss any deadline with our automated email reminders.
We’re an ICAEW, ACCA & AAT accredited Firm.
Take a back seat and let our pharmacy accountants handle everything. Switching mid-year is simple and you never need to contact your old accountant:
Reach out to us, and we’ll discuss your needs and how we can help your healthcare practice thrive.
We’ll send over a simple letter to formalise our partnership and get everything in motion.
If you're switching, we’ll take care of contacting your previous accountants to make the transition smooth.
From there, sit back and relax. We’ll manage your accounts, taxes, and everything in between, keeping your practice running smoothly.
Our Pharmacist Accountants in Salford provide a comprehensive service covering bookkeeping and financial record keeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment tax returns, Corporation Tax where you trade through a limited company, payroll for pharmacy staff and locums, VAT support where it applies, management accounts, and forward-looking tax planning. The exact mix depends on whether you work as a locum, a self-employed pharmacist, a partner in a pharmacy business or the owner of a limited company. We agree the scope with you up front so you know precisely what is being handled, and everything is delivered through fixed, transparent packages with no hidden fees.
It is built for anyone earning a living in pharmacy across Salford and the surrounding area. That includes locum pharmacists invoicing several pharmacies, self-employed pharmacists providing contract services, community pharmacists with additional income streams, pharmacy owners running independent pharmacies, and partners in pharmacy partnerships. We also work with pharmacy businesses trading as limited companies, including those with a mix of NHS and private income. If your work involves pharmacy income, professional expenses and tax obligations, our Pharmacist Accountants in Salford are set up to help.
Yes. Locum pharmacists often have income from several pharmacies, with different payment arrangements and sometimes tax already deducted at source, which makes accurate record keeping essential. We help you track invoices, payments and deductions, identify professional expenses you may be able to claim, and prepare and file your Self Assessment return on time. Whether a particular expense is allowable depends on your individual circumstances, so we discuss your situation in detail rather than applying a blanket approach. We also help you plan for the tax bill in advance so it does not arrive as a shock.
Pharmacists commonly ask about registration and regulatory fees, professional indemnity insurance, professional body subscriptions, uniforms, training and continuing professional development, specialist equipment, and travel between pharmacy locations. Some of these are usually allowable and others depend on your individual circumstances and how the expense relates to your work — ordinary commuting, for example, is treated differently from travel between sites. Our Pharmacist Accountants in Salford review your spending and advise on what can reasonably be claimed, keeping appropriate records to support each entry in your accounts and tax return.
Yes. We manage day-to-day bookkeeping so your income from NHS prescriptions, private sales and other services, along with supplier payments and business costs, is recorded accurately and kept up to date. On the payroll side, we run payroll for dispensary staff, counter assistants, managers and any locums engaged as employees, including payslips, pension auto-enrolment duties, statutory payments and Real Time Information submissions to HMRC. Keeping bookkeeping and payroll together with your accounts means fewer gaps at year end and a clearer view of how the business is performing month to month.
VAT in pharmacy is not straightforward, because different types of income can be treated differently — some supplies are exempt, some are standard-rated, and zero-rating can apply to certain medicines and health-related items in specific circumstances. Whether you need to register, and how each income stream should be treated, depends on your individual circumstances, your turnover and the nature of your activities. Our Pharmacist Accountants in Salford can review your position, advise on registration where relevant, and manage VAT returns and record keeping so the treatment applied is consistent and properly documented.
There is no single answer that fits every pharmacist, because the right structure depends on your profits, how you take money out of the business, your plans for growth and the number of people involved. Sole trader and partnership arrangements are common at the outset, while a limited company can become more suitable as profits rise or as you bring in additional owners. Each option affects how tax is calculated, what filings are required and how drawings or salaries are handled. We talk through the practical implications with you and review the structure as your circumstances change.
Switching is usually simpler than pharmacists expect. Once you decide to move, we contact your existing accountant to request the relevant information and professional clearance, then bring your records, accounts and tax history across. We check for anything outstanding — unfiled returns, pending deadlines or incomplete bookkeeping — and let you know what needs attention. Most pharmacy clients find the handover takes very little of their time, and our Pharmacist Accountants in Salford keep you informed at each stage. To get started, simply get in touch and we will talk through your requirements and the next steps.
