Retail Stocktaking

From small newsagents to large supermarkets, many companies rely on the expertise of Frank G May & Son.

Kent's experts in Retail stocktaking


Keep track of your shop's stock

Regular stock takes allow you to monitor gross profits, keep track of which products are performing well and let you know which ones aren't doing so well. Frank G May & Son has been in the stocktaking industry since 1971 and we constantly adapt our methods to make sure our stocktakes are as accurate as possible whilst causing minimal disruption. We work within a 100-mile radius of Kent. So, whether you own a small, independently run store or a local chain, make sure you email our experts for a free quote. At the moment we're offering new clients 10% off their first booking with us.

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All stock counted quickly and correctly


How often should you be having a stocktake?

As a general rule, retailers are advised to take quarterly stock checks if the store is run by staff and every six months if the shop is run by its owners.


Annual stocktakes are essential to make sure the closing stock figure in your accounts is correct. HMRC will no longer allow you to guess this amount and if they cannot see that an independent company has carried out a valuation, they may launch a costly investigation.

Pharmacy stocktaking

Stocktakes in garden centres

Garden centres can be busy places with hundreds of varieties of plants on offer. In these cases, it pays to make sure a well-experienced team is in charge of the stocktake.


 Frank G May & Son has modern technology and fully trained staff who can make sure each product and plant type are accurately recorded.

Prevent stolen stock

It's a sad reality that staff sometimes do steal stock from their place of work. However, regular stocktakes can help deter this from happening and make sure your profits aren't affected by theft.

We can count your warehouse stock too

If your retail stores are stocked by a local warehouse, we can also carry out the stocktake for this too. Email our team today to build a stocktaking package that meets your needs.

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Let Frank G May & Son handle all your retail stocktaking needs

Email our office team today with your requirements and we'll be in touch to discuss a detailed quote.

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