Specialist Accountants for GPs, Consultants & Locum Doctors

Accountants for Doctors in Haslingden

Specialist accounting support for doctors in Haslingden who need their tax and financial affairs handled accurately and without unnecessary stress. Whether your income comes from NHS work, private practice, locum shifts or a mix of all three, the right accountant can help you keep clear records, meet your Self Assessment and filing obligations, claim the professional expenses you are entitled to, and plan ahead with confidence. CruseBurke works with doctors across a range of working arrangements, translating the technical side of tax into practical, plain-English guidance you can act on.

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Jamie Fletcher
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It was a pleasure working with Anum on our accounts. The whole process was swift and effortless, and it was one less thing to worry about. I'd highly recommend them.
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Mansur Liman
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Accotax have been our accountants for many years now. We maintained them, because of their professionalism. In the last coiple of years, i have working with Imran, who has been very professional and helpful in guiding us through the whole process explaining and clarifying every aspect of it. Very prompt in responding to questions and patient with us even when we seem to be slow. I really enjoy working with him. Thank you
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Muna Mohamoud
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I highly recommend Imran to anyone looking for a reliable and knowledgeable accountant. He helped me sort out a very complicated backlog of accounts and prepared my overdue tax returns with professionalism and attention to detail. Throughout the process, he was incredibly patient, took the time to answer all of my questions, and explained everything clearly. He guided me through each step and helped rectify issues that had built up over time, making what felt like an overwhelming situation much more manageable. I'm very pleased with the service I've received and truly appreciate his support. If you need help with your accounts or taxes, I would highly recommend Imran.
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Sergey M
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I had a positive experience with Accotax. The work was completed promptly, my tax return was successfully filed, and I received a refund of overpaid tax. I found the cooperation efficient and helpful. Special thanks to Muhammad Saifullah for his assistance.
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Ebba Qureshi
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Fabulous team at ACCOTAX - very efficient and good response time . Honest and professional with their work. I would highly recommend them even if you’re a young start up - or a large business they have it covered .
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Mael Leboucher
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We worked with a few different accountants before finally settling with Accotax, and we’re really glad we did. Their team is great. Abdul is responsive and easy to reach whenever I have a question, which makes a big difference. They take the time to understand how our business works and what our needs are. They are very knowledgeable, and when they don’t have the answer straight away, they take the time to look into it and get back to us quickly. Anum, who looks after our account on a day-to-day basis, including reconciling invoices and preparing the annual accounts, is amazing. She is professional, efficient, and follows the processes we have put in place together. She's also very quickin getting back to us whenever needed. We’re very happy to work with her and hope to continue doing so for as long as possible. Overall, Accotax has made our accounting experience much smoother and easier. We see them as a long-term partner as our business continues to grow. I would 100% recommend them.
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Imran provides a very dependable and straightforward accounting service. He is always responsive and professional when managing our accounts. Excellent support.
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Martin Tyrrell
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I have really impressed to date with all dealings with Accotax highly enough. From day one, they've made what can often be a complicated and stressful part of running a business feel straightforward and hassle-free. A special mention has to go to Anum, who has been friendly, incredibly responsive, and genuinely cares about providing the best possible service. No question is ever too much trouble, and she consistently goes above and beyond to make sure everything is dealt with efficiently. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to anyone looking for an accountant they can genuinely trust.
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Matthew Lyon
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Great speedy service and very personable. Anum dealt with my income certificate and did everything quickly and helped me out massively. Very happy with the service provided.
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Which Doctors Do We Support?

Doctors rarely fit into a single tax category, and their accounting needs tend to shift as their careers develop. A salaried hospital doctor on PAYE typically has a straightforward tax position, but may still benefit from reviewing professional expenses, pension contributions and any additional income. GPs in partnership or working through a limited company often face more complex questions around profit shares, drawings, practice accounts and business structure. Locum doctors usually need help keeping accurate records of income and allowable costs across multiple engagements, while private practitioners and consultants may be dealing with fee income, VAT considerations and separate bookkeeping. Many doctors combine NHS and private work, or hold a salaried post alongside locum shifts and consultancy income, which can make Self Assessment more involved. Our accounting support is designed to suit these different circumstances, taking into account your employment status, income sources, business structure and professional activities, so the advice you receive reflects your actual position rather than a generic template.

GPs

Accounting and tax support for GPs with NHS income, private work, practice interests or additional professional earnings.

Hospital Doctors

Support with Self Assessment, professional expenses and tax matters alongside employment income and other professional earnings.

Consultants

Accounting support for consultants managing NHS employment, private practice income, professional expenses and tax obligations.

Locum Doctors

Support with Self Assessment, locum income, allowable expenses, bookkeeping and relevant business structure considerations.

Salaried Doctors

Tax and accounting support for salaried doctors with additional professional income or expenses requiring reporting.

Private Practitioners

Accounting support for doctors providing private medical services through individual practices, partnerships or companies.

Accounting and Tax Services for Doctors

We provide accounting and tax support tailored to the realities of medical work. For doctors with NHS income, private medical income or a combination of both, a key starting point is accurate Self Assessment, covering all taxable income and the reliefs and expenses that may be available. Where you work as a locum or consultant, we can help with bookkeeping so your income and costs are recorded properly throughout the year rather than pieced together at the last minute. Doctors running a private practice, working in partnership or operating through a limited company may need annual accounts, Corporation Tax computations, partnership accounts, payroll for staff, VAT registration and returns, and management accounts that show how the practice is performing. We also advise on business structure, helping you weigh up sole trader, partnership and limited company arrangements as your work evolves. Alongside compliance, we look at tax planning in the round — including pension considerations, allowable professional expenses such as medical indemnity and professional subscriptions, equipment, training and travel — so your affairs are arranged sensibly and your filing deadlines are met.

Self Assessment Tax Returns

Preparation and support for doctors with employment, locum, private practice or other taxable income.

NHS & Private Income

Help organising accounting records where income comes from NHS work, private services, locum assignments or other professional activities.

Accurate records built around the way GP practices, partnerships and locum doctors actually work, with cloud software set up for you.

Tax Planning for Doctors & Consultants

Incorporation reviews for private practice, profit extraction, capital allowances and timing of income to keep your effective tax rate down.

Locum Tax & IR35 Support

Contract and IR35 status reviews, limited company versus sole trader comparisons and expense claims for locums working across multiple trusts.

Common Accounting and Tax Challenges for Doctors

Medical careers generate tax questions that generalist accountants can overlook. These are some of the areas doctors most often need clarity on.

  • Multiple income streams: combining NHS salary, private fees, locum payments and consultancy income in one tax return makes record keeping and correct reporting far more demanding, particularly when payments arrive from several different sources.
  • Self Assessment and filing deadlines: doctors with untaxed income, higher earnings or additional income sources usually need to file a return, and missing deadlines can lead to penalties that are entirely avoidable with organised record keeping.
  • Allowable professional expenses: medical indemnity insurance, GMC and royal college subscriptions, specialist equipment, professional development and certain travel costs may be allowable, but the rules depend on whether the expense relates to employment or self-employment.
  • Locum income and expenses: locum doctors are often treated differently from salaried colleagues, and identifying which costs can legitimately be claimed against locum earnings requires care.
  • Pension considerations: the annual allowance and carry-forward rules can affect higher-earning doctors, and decisions about additional contributions may have both tax and long-term financial consequences.
  • Business structure: whether to work as a sole trader, in partnership or through a limited company affects tax, National Insurance, administrative obligations and how profits are drawn.
  • Practice and partnership finances: profit shares, drawings, staff payroll and practice overheads need clear accounting so partners understand their position and their tax liabilities.
  • VAT and turnover thresholds: private practice income, cosmetic or non-NHS work can bring VAT into scope, and understanding when registration is required matters.
  • Keeping records in order: busy clinical schedules leave little time for bookkeeping, so income and expenses are often reconciled late, increasing the risk of missed deductions or errors.

Why Doctors Choose CruseBurke

Doctors choose CruseBurke because they want an accountant who understands how medical income actually works — not one who needs the basics explained each year. We take the time to understand your employment arrangements, your income sources and your wider financial priorities, then build an accounting approach around them. That means clear, practical advice rather than jargon, on matters such as Self Assessment, allowable professional expenses, business structure and pension considerations. We help you keep your records organised so that deadlines are met calmly and nothing is missed, and we explain your tax position in language that makes sense. Whether you are a salaried doctor with a modest side income or a consultant running a private practice, you get support proportionate to your circumstances, with communication that fits around clinical commitments.

Healthcare Focus

We support GPs, locum doctors, consultants and other medical professionals with accounting and tax matters tailored to their individual circumstances.

Every Allowable Expense Claimed

GMC and indemnity fees, royal college subscriptions, exams, courses, equipment and mileage — nothing left on the table.

NHS Pension Specialists

We calculate your pension input amount, check tapering and advise on Scheme Pays before a charge becomes a problem.

IR35 & Locum Confidence

Status reviews on your engagements and a clear answer on limited company versus sole trader for your circumstances.

Deadlines Handled for You

Returns, accounts and payroll filed on time, with reminders well in advance so penalties never happen.

Fair, Fixed Fees

One agreed monthly fee, quoted up front, with no hourly billing and no surprise invoices.

Our Simple 3-Step Process

Getting the right accounting support in place does not need to be complicated. First, we take time to understand your circumstances — the type of medical work you do, whether you have NHS income, private income, locum work, consultancy earnings or a mixture, and how your affairs are currently structured. Second, we review your accounting and tax requirements, looking at your existing records, filing position, expenses, business structure and any areas where deadlines or compliance may be at risk. Third, we put appropriate support in place, agreeing what you need from us, how your bookkeeping and returns will be handled, and when information is required from you. From there we keep things running, checking in as your work changes so your accounting keeps pace with your career.

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.

What Makes CruseBurke Different for Doctors

What sets our approach apart is the focus on medical income in all its forms. Rather than treating your tax return as a single annual event, we look at how NHS pay, private fees, locum work and consultancy income interact, and how that affects your Self Assessment, your expenses and your overall tax position. We help you identify the costs that may legitimately be claimed — medical indemnity, professional subscriptions, equipment, training and business travel among them — while being clear that the treatment of each depends on whether the expense relates to employment or self-employment. For doctors in private practice or partnership, we support bookkeeping, annual accounts, payroll and VAT obligations so the financial side of the practice stays in order. Where a limited company is appropriate, we can advise on structure, Corporation Tax and how profits are drawn. Throughout, we aim to give you clear explanations, organised records and advice grounded in your individual circumstances, not assumptions about how doctors are taxed.

Technology Driven

We use Xero, Quickbooks, Sage & many other online software.

Dedicated Medical Accountant

Meet, call or email the same qualified accountant who knows your practice and your pension position.

Unlimited Support

Free telephone & email support
throughout the year.

Experienced Team

Our team have over 100 years of combined experienced.

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 Doctor Accountants

Take a back seat and let our specialist healthcare accountants handle everything. Switching part way through the year is straightforward and you never need to speak to your old accountant:

Get in touch

Reach out to us, and we’ll discuss your needs and how we can help your healthcare practice thrive.

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 on your circumstances. If you are employed solely on PAYE and have no other income, your tax is usually handled through the payroll. However, doctors with private income, locum earnings, consultancy fees, rental income or untaxed income from any source generally need to file a Self Assessment tax return, and that is where an accountant adds real value. Even salaried doctors often benefit from a review of their professional expenses and pension position, since these can raise questions that are easy to get wrong without specialist input.

Yes. Reporting a combination of NHS salary, private medical fees and possibly locum or consultancy income requires all sources to be captured correctly, with the right expenses claimed against the right income. We prepare and file Self Assessment returns for doctors with multiple income streams, making sure income is reported accurately and that any allowable professional costs are identified. We will also tell you what records you need to keep and when information is required so nothing is left to the last minute.

Costs that doctors commonly ask about include medical indemnity insurance, GMC and royal college subscriptions, specialist equipment, professional development and certain travel costs. Whether a particular expense is allowable depends on factors such as whether it relates to employment or self-employment, whether it is incurred wholly and exclusively for the purpose of the work, and whether it is already reimbursed. Because the rules differ between employment and self-employment, it is worth having your position reviewed rather than assuming a general rule applies.

Locum work often sits somewhere between employment and self-employment, and the way income is taxed depends on how the engagements are structured. Many locums need to record income from several sources, track expenses carefully and file a Self Assessment return. We can help you keep your records organised throughout the year, work out which costs may be claimed against locum earnings, and understand how your tax position compares with salaried work.

There is no single answer that suits every doctor. Sole trader status is straightforward but offers limited flexibility, partnerships suit doctors sharing a practice or profit share, and a limited company can bring different tax and National Insurance outcomes along with additional compliance obligations such as annual accounts, Corporation Tax and payroll. The right choice depends on your income level, how you want to draw profits, pension arrangements and your long-term plans. We can talk through the options and the practical implications of each.

Yes. For doctors running a private practice, we can manage bookkeeping so income and costs are recorded accurately and reconciled regularly, prepare annual accounts and management accounts, and handle VAT registration and returns where your turnover or activities bring VAT into scope. Having the practice finances kept in order makes it easier to see how the practice is performing and reduces the risk of issues arising at year end.

They can. Pension contributions may attract tax relief, but for higher-earning doctors the annual allowance and carry-forward rules can create complications, including potential charges where contributions exceed the available allowance. The interaction between NHS pension arrangements and any additional private contributions is an area where personalised advice matters. We can factor your pension position into your wider tax planning and flag where specialist pensions advice may be appropriate.

Getting started is straightforward. We begin by understanding your medical work and income sources, then review your current accounting and tax position, including anything outstanding. From there we agree the support you need and how information will be shared. Doctors often have limited time during the working week, so we aim to make the process convenient, with communication arranged around your schedule and secure digital sharing of documents where that suits you better than posting paperwork.

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Take the Pressure Out of Your Tax Affairs with Accountants for Doctors in Haslingden

If your income comes from several directions — NHS pay, private fees, locum shifts or consultancy work — keeping everything straight for Self Assessment can quickly become a burden. CruseBurke helps doctors in Haslingden bring order to their finances through accurate bookkeeping, properly prepared tax returns and advice on the professional expenses that may be available to you. Get in touch to talk through your circumstances and find out how straightforward specialist support can be.