Accounting for Locum Doctors, done properly
I handle the tax returns, self assessment, IR35 questions and allowable expenses for locum doctors across the UK, so you can focus on the work you actually trained for.
You deal with me directly, every time. Fixed fee, plain English, same-day responses.
“Would 100% recommend, is always polite, professional and helpful! His knowledge has been a saving grace many times.”
Is your locum tax setup costing you money?
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What I handle on your behalf
From your annual self assessment to ongoing tax planning, I take care of the financial side of locuming so nothing gets missed and no deadline slips.
Self Assessment and Tax Returns
I prepare and file your self assessment tax return accurately, accounting for all your locum income, whether that comes via NHS Trusts, agencies or direct engagements. I identify every allowable expense relevant to your working pattern, including professional subscriptions like GMC fees, indemnity insurance and genuine travel between sites. You review, approve and I file. That is it.
Included in all plansIR35 and Employment Status Advice
IR35 catches a lot of locum doctors off guard, particularly those working through a Personal Service Company with NHS Trusts. Since April 2017, the off-payroll rules shifted responsibility to the end client for public sector engagements, which means your structure needs careful thought. I explain exactly how the rules apply to your contracts and help you work out the arrangement that is right for your situation.
Available to all clientsTax Planning and Allowable Expenses Review
Most locum doctors in their first year of practice overpay tax because they do not know what they can and cannot claim. I carry out a proper review of your expenses, covering mileage between assignments, professional body fees, equipment, relevant training and more. Expense claims need to be accurate and justifiable, so I make sure yours are both maximised and defensible if HMRC ever asks questions.
Included in all plansWhy clients come back every year
Locum doctors need an accountant who understands their specific setup, not a generic firm that treats every self-employed person the same.
You speak to me, not a junior
There are no handoffs at Anchor. I am AAT Level 4 qualified with over seven years of practice experience, and I handle your accounts personally from start to finish. When you have a question ahead of a deadline, I am the one who answers it. That is what one-to-one actually means.
Fixed fees with no surprises
You know what you are paying before we start. There are no hourly rates, no bills that appear out of nowhere and no upselling of services you do not need. Locums are working hard for every pound, and I think you deserve to know exactly what your accountancy costs.
Fully remote and built around your schedule
I work with clients across the UK entirely remotely, using cloud accounting tools including QuickBooks, FreeAgent, Xero and Sage. If you are covering shifts at different hospitals each week, I fit around you. No office appointments, no chasing for physical paperwork, no friction.
How it works
Four straightforward steps, and you are set up with an accountant who knows your situation inside out.
Book a free call
We have a short, no-obligation call where you tell me about your locum setup. How you work, who engages you, how your income arrives, whether you have a limited company or operate as a sole trader. I ask the right questions so I understand your situation properly before we talk about anything else.
I give you a clear picture
After the call I set out exactly what needs doing, what deadlines apply to you and what a fixed-fee arrangement with me would look like. No vague proposals. You get a clear, written summary you can read at your own pace.
We get you set up
Once you decide to go ahead, I take care of registering with HMRC where needed, connecting your cloud accounting software and gathering any records from your previous accountant if you have one. The admin side is handled on my end, not yours.
I take it from there
Your returns are filed on time, your expenses are reviewed properly and you hear from me whenever something needs your attention. Between deadlines, I am available for questions. You can ring or message and you will get a same-day response from me directly.
Ready to get this sorted?
Pick whatever feels right for where you are right now.
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AAT qualified accountant based in Uttoxeter. Personal, one-to-one accounting for small businesses and sole traders across the UK.