Health & Social Care

Care never stands still. Neither do we. From local providers to national organisations, we help health and social care businesses keep moving forward. Whether it’s funding, managing teams, or meeting regulations, our support is practical, personal, and shaped around you. Together, we’ll build stronger services for the people who need them most.

Alistair Stewart

Business Development Partner

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Who we can help

SOCIAL CARE PROVIDERS
HEALTH BOARDS
GP PRACTICES
DENTISTS
PHARMACIES
MEDICAL CONSULTANTS
CHARITIES OPERATING IN HEALTH AND WELLBEING

How we can help

AUDIT & ASSURANCE
BUDGETING & FORECASTING
BUSINESS ADVISORY
FUNDING & GRANT SUPPORT
HR & PEOPLE SERVICES
PAYROLL
TAX PLANNING & COMPLIANCE
TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
VIRTUAL FINANCE FUNCTION

YOU FOCUS ON CARE WE’LL TAKE CARE OF THE REST

Talk to us about your Health & Social Care needs

The pressures on health and social care providers are mounting from workforce shortages and increasing costs, to meeting CQC/Care Inspectorate standards and managing funding. Working your way through the financial, compliance, and operational side of things shouldn’t add to the stress.

That’s where we come in. Whether it’s managing your day-to-day finance function or providing strategic insight to guide growth and sustainability, our cross-disciplinary team is here to give you complete peace of mind.

SUPPORT DESIGNED TO STRENGTHEN YOUR ORGANISATION

We know every provider is different, with different funding models, challenges, and ambitions. That’s why we tailor our support to suit your unique needs, working as an extension of your team.

With decades of experience across the health and social care space, we’ll help you:

Stay compliant with the latest regulations and reporting requirements.
Access and manage funding and grants effectively.
Build robust financial plans that support long-term sustainability.
Get the insight you need to make confident decisions.
Optimise your tax position across VAT, employment tax, and corporate tax.
Streamline your internal processes – from payroll to budgeting.

Speak to one of our specialists today

MAKE CONFIDENT DECISIONS WITH CLEAR, RELIABLE FINANCIAL INSIGHT

In a sector where compliance is non-negotiable and transparency is critical, having access to accurate, timely financial information is essential. We’ll make sure you have the tools and advice you need to lead with confidence and clarity.

We’re proud to work closely with a wide range of providers – including GPs, dentists, and social care services – and offer dedicated support for medical professionals through our connection with the Association of Independent Specialist Medical Accountants (AISMA).

As AISMA members, our Barlow Andrews team brings national insight alongside local, personalised support. Collectively, AISMA accountants support over 9,000 doctors and more than 2,400 practices – sharing best practice and benchmarking data to help you build a profitable, well-run practice.

We also support individual medical professionals, including consultants and registrars, with tax returns, claims, and planning advice tailored to your career stage and goals.

Get in touch with our Health & Social Care team

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