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 finances rarely fit a single, tidy pattern, and the accounting detail can quickly become overwhelming. These are the areas our Pharmacist Accountants in Attleborough help clients work through most often.
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 Attleborough provide a full accounting and tax service covering annual accounts, Self Assessment returns, Corporation Tax, bookkeeping, payroll, management accounts and tax planning, along with VAT support where your activities bring you within scope. The exact mix depends on how you work, so a locum pharmacist may need little more than a Self Assessment return and expense review, while a pharmacy owner running a limited company will typically need accounts, payroll, VAT and ongoing advisory support. We agree the scope with you up front so you know what is covered, and we flag anything outside that scope before doing the work rather than afterwards.
Not at all. We work with community pharmacists, locum pharmacists, self-employed pharmacists, pharmacy managers, pharmacy owners, independent pharmacies, pharmacy partnerships and other pharmacy businesses across Attleborough and the surrounding area. Some clients are employed and simply need help with a Self Assessment return that includes locum income, dividends or professional expenses. Others run multi-branch operations with payroll, stock and VAT obligations. The common thread is pharmacy, so the guidance you receive is grounded in how pharmacy income and costs actually behave.
Yes, and this is one of the most common situations we see. Many pharmacists combine employed work with locum shifts, private clinical services or dividend income from their own company, and each source can be taxed differently. We map out exactly where your income comes from, make sure everything is reported in the right place and consider whether your current structure still suits you. Because the correct treatment depends on your individual circumstances, including how the work is arranged and what expenses you incur, we review your position rather than applying a one-size-fits-all answer.
You will usually need to file a Self Assessment return if you receive income that is not taxed at source in the normal way, such as locum fees, self-employed clinical work, untaxed savings or property income, or if you have dividend income above the reporting thresholds. Some pharmacists with straightforward employment income only may not need to file at all. Our Pharmacist Accountants in Attleborough review your circumstances each year and confirm whether a return is required, then prepare and submit it accurately and on time so you avoid unnecessary penalties and interest.
Expenses that are genuinely incurred wholly and exclusively for the purposes of your work can often be claimed, which for pharmacists may include professional registration fees, indemnity insurance, mandatory continuing professional development, specialist equipment, relevant subscriptions and certain travel between work locations. What is allowable is not always straightforward and depends on your individual circumstances, your employment status and how each cost relates to your work, so we review your expenditure in detail rather than assuming anything is automatically claimable or automatically excluded.
We can take bookkeeping off your hands entirely or work alongside your existing records, keeping sales, purchases, stock movements and business costs accurately recorded and reconciled. For payroll, we process wages for pharmacists, dispensary staff and support teams, calculate statutory payments, administer pension contributions and issue the necessary documentation. Everything is kept organised throughout the year so your accounts, VAT returns and management reports are built on reliable figures, which also makes the year-end process quicker and far less stressful.
VAT registration depends on your turnover, the nature of your supplies and whether any exemptions apply, and pharmacy businesses often have a mix of standard-rated, zero-rated and exempt income that needs careful handling. Some healthcare-related services are exempt while retail sales of goods are generally standard-rated, which means the picture can be more complicated than a simple threshold test. Our Pharmacist Accountants in Attleborough review your activities and confirm your position, and where VAT applies we look after registration, returns and record keeping, with treatment always depending on your individual circumstances.
Switching is usually far simpler than people expect. We contact your existing accountant on your behalf, request the relevant records and take over the compliance timetable, so you are not left chasing information or explaining your situation twice. We check that everything is up to date and that no filings or deadlines are outstanding before we take responsibility for them. To get started, simply get in touch and tell us about your role, your income sources and what you need help with, and we will arrange an initial conversation with no obligation and no jargon.
