Specialist Accountants for Opticians & Optometrists
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GOS income reconciliation, VAT apportionment between exempt sight tests and taxable dispensing, stock control and owner profit extraction.
Self-assessment, IR35 status on agency work, GOC and professional fees, mileage between practices and equipment claims.
Management accounts per branch, partial exemption calculations, payroll for optical assistants and funding for new sites.
Ophthalmology and refractive surgery providers: company accounts, VAT on cosmetic versus medical treatment and capital allowances on equipment.
Incorporation reviews, capital allowances on OCT scanners and consulting room fit-out, and profit extraction planning for practice owners.
Payroll for optometrists, dispensing opticians and optical assistants, plus auto-enrolment, statutory pay and locum payments.
Cloud bookkeeping that reconciles GOS payments, private fees and retail till takings so your figures are accurate all year.
Sight tests are exempt while frames and lenses are taxable, so a mixed supply needs apportioning. We use an HMRC-acceptable method and defend it if queried.
Reports showing tests per day, dispensing conversion, margin per branch and profit trends, so decisions are based on real numbers.
Optical businesses rarely fit a single mould. Income may come from eye examinations, contact lens fitting, spectacle sales and repairs, and that mix of professional services and goods creates accounting questions a generalist may not expect.
GOS income, voucher values, partial exemption and dispensing margin — no explaining required.
Independents, multiples and locum optometrists each get a different service, not a template.
We use a defensible apportionment method and keep the workings ready in case HMRC asks.
One agreed monthly fee with no hourly billing and no surprises at year end.
Management accounts that show where the profit actually comes from, test by test and branch by branch.
You deal with the same qualified person every time, by phone or email, not a call centre.
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 for opticians who understands GOS income, stock and dispensing margin.
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 expert accountants handle everything. Here’s how easy it is to get started with us:
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.
They handle the accounting and tax administration that optical professionals and practices need, including bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax and payroll. They also help with areas specific to optical businesses, such as recording stock, optical goods and equipment, and understanding VAT where it applies.
Support can be provided to independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed locums, practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. Because these roles and structures differ, the accounting and tax requirements are not the same for everyone, so the right approach depends on how you work and earn income.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists and locums usually need Self Assessment, records of income and allowable expenses, and a clear system for tracking travel, equipment and professional costs. Some also provide services through a limited company, which brings different filing and Corporation Tax obligations.
It varies. Many need bookkeeping, payroll for staff, annual accounts and help with tax. Practices selling spectacles and contact lenses also need stock records and clear reporting of goods income. VAT support may be relevant depending on turnover and the nature of supplies, so requirements should be reviewed individually.
Yes. Bookkeeping can cover daily takings, supplier invoices for frames, lenses and contact lenses, equipment purchases and practice expenses. Self Assessment support includes preparing and filing returns, reviewing allowable expenses and helping you plan for tax liabilities. What applies depends on your circumstances and how your income is structured.
Stock such as frames, lenses and contact lenses should be recorded consistently so costs and margins are accurate at year end. Business expenses, including equipment, premises costs, insurance and professional fees, should be supported by proper records. Which expenses are allowable depends on individual circumstances.
Possibly. Optical businesses often make a mix of supplies, and professional services and optical goods such as spectacles and contact lenses can have different VAT treatments. Whether you need to register, and how each supply should be treated, depends on turnover, the nature of the supply and your circumstances.
Yes, switching is usually straightforward. We would review your current position, identify what records are needed and take over the relevant filings. It helps to have details of your existing accountant, your business structure and recent accounts so the transition can be managed properly.
