Business Transfer Stocktakers
Impartial stock counts and valuations when a business changes hands, carried out fairly for both buyer and seller.
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Independent UK Stocktakers
UK
Stocktaker
We are independent stock takers providing accurate, impartial stock counts and valuations for retailers, licensed premises, postmasters and warehouse operators. Business transfer stocktakes, year end counts and inventory reconciliation, reported the same day.
- Over 31 years' experience
- Fixed price, no hidden extras
- Same day reports
31
Years in business
4,800+
Stocktakes completed
8
UK cities covered
Same day
Report turnaround
What We Do
Our Stocktaking Services
Whether you are buying or selling a business, closing off your financial year, or trying to understand where stock losses are coming from, we provide an accurate independent figure you can rely on.
Retail Stocktakers
Independent shop floor and stockroom counts for independent and multi-site retailers, valued at retail or cost.
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Year End Stocktakers
Independent year end stock counts and valuations, prepared for your accountant and annual accounts.
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Convenience Store Stocktakers
Independent counts for convenience stores, newsagents and forecourt shops, with high-value lines reported separately.
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Warehouse Stocktakers
Independent pallet, bin and location counts, reconciled against your own stock records.
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Off Licence Stocktakers
Independent counts of wines, spirits, beers, ciders and tobacco, reported by category for owners, buyers and accountants.
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Post Office Stocktakers
Independent counts and valuations of the retail shop stock in Post Office branches, kept separate from Post Office-owned stock and cash.
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Our Stocktaking Services Include:
- Business transfer stock valuations
- Annual and year end stock certificates
- Retail and convenience store stock counts
- Warehouse inventory reconciliation
- EPOS barcode scanning and line-level reporting
- Category and department margin analysis
- Fixtures, fittings and equipment valuations
- Stock loss and shrinkage investigation
Why Choose Us?
- Fully independent and impartial
- Over 31 years of stocktaking experience
- Fixed pricing agreed before we attend
- Same day reports as standard
- Nationwide coverage – local stocktakers
- Detailed reports your accountant can use
- Evening, overnight and weekend counts available
- No charge for travel within our coverage areas
How We Work
Accurate Counts, Reported the Same Day
We use EPOS barcode scanners to capture stock quickly and accurately, and enter lines manually where stock is not barcoded. Everything is counted at retail, then calculated back to cost using trade-recognised margins.
You receive a full summary of cost and retail value on the day of the count, broken down by category, in a format your accountant can work with directly. Where a business is changing hands, that figure is available in time to complete.
Find Out MoreWho We Work With
Businesses We Count Stock For
We count stock for businesses of all sizes, from single independent shops through to multi-site retailers and distribution warehouses.
- Convenience Stores
- Off Licences
- Post Offices
- Newsagents
- Grocery Shops
- Supermarkets
- Forecourts
- Pet Shops
- DIY Shops
- Card & Gift Shops
- Pound Shops
- Stationers
- Book Shops
- Fashion Retailers
- Warehouses
- Trade Counters
Areas We Cover
Stocktakers Across the UK
We provide stocktaking services nationwide, with established coverage in these cities and the towns around them.
Stocktaker in LondonWatford, Romford, BromleyStocktaker in BirminghamSolihull, Wolverhampton, WalsallStocktaker in ManchesterStockport, Bolton, OldhamStocktaker in LeedsBradford, Wakefield, HarrogateStocktaker in LiverpoolBirkenhead, Bootle, St HelensStocktaker in BristolBath, Weston-super-Mare, GloucesterStocktaker in SheffieldRotherham, Barnsley, ChesterfieldStocktaker in NottinghamDerby, Mansfield, Loughborough
Not listed? We cover the whole of the UK —get in touchand we will confirm availability in your area.
Stocktaking: Common Questions
What does a stocktaker do?
A stocktaker counts and values the stock held by a business, independently of the owner. The result is an accurate stock-in-hand figure used for year end accounts, for identifying losses, or for valuing stock when a business changes hands.
How much does a stocktake cost?
Cost depends on the number of distinct lines carried and the type of premises, rather than floor area alone. We quote a fixed price in advance with no hidden extras, so you know the figure before we attend.
How long does a stocktake take?
A typical convenience store or off licence takes three to five hours. Larger retail premises and warehouses take longer, and we scale the team accordingly. We confirm an expected duration when we quote.
Do you provide the report on the same day?
Yes. Reports are produced on the day of the count as standard, including a full summary of cost and retail values. For business transfers this matters, because the figure is often needed to complete.
Do I need an independent stocktaker?
There is no legal requirement to use one, but an independent count carries far more weight with accountants, HMRC and the other party in a business sale, because the figures are evidenced and impartial.
Explore the Possibilities
Looking for a stocktaking service near you? Call our team on07411 297189, email info@example.co.uk, or fill in the form below.
Need a stocktake arranging?
Call us for a no obligation quote, or send through the details of your premises and we will come back to you the same working day.