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 combine clinical and professional work with retail activity, which can make the numbers harder to follow than those of a straightforward service business. The challenges below are the ones practice owners and self-employed optical professionals raise most often.
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.
Accountants for Opticians handle the financial administration of optical professionals and practices. That can include bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where applicable. Because optical businesses often combine professional services with the sale of spectacles and contact lenses, the work typically involves more than straightforward service income.
Support is available for self-employed opticians, locum optometrists, dispensing opticians, partnerships, independent optical practices and limited companies. The exact services depend on how the individual or business is structured and how income is earned, so requirements are reviewed individually rather than applied in the same way to everyone.
Yes. Self-employed opticians, locum optometrists and dispensing opticians usually need Self Assessment, record keeping and expense guidance, although the figures involved can vary significantly from one professional to another. Income, allowable expenses and any VAT position are considered on an individual basis.
It depends on the practice. Many need bookkeeping, annual accounts, payroll for practice staff, management accounts and tax planning, plus VAT support where the business is registered. Practices that dispense spectacles and contact lenses alongside professional services may also need stock and equipment recorded separately.
Sales of spectacles, contact lenses and other optical goods are business income and should be recorded accurately, ideally separated from professional service income so turnover and margins can be reviewed. Stock purchases and equipment costs also need proper records. VAT treatment of these supplies depends on the nature of the supply and the circumstances of the business.
Possibly. Optical businesses may make different types of supply, and professional services and optical goods can be treated differently for VAT. Some supplies may be exempt or outside the scope while others are standard-rated, so registration thresholds and treatment depend on the nature of each supply and individual circumstances.
Yes. Switching is usually straightforward, and you remain responsible for ensuring records are complete and any outstanding filings are up to date. It helps to have details of your current structure, recent accounts and any VAT or payroll arrangements available so the changeover can be handled cleanly.
Get in touch and tell us about your work or practice, including how you are structured, how you earn income and what accounting support you currently have. From there, the relevant requirements can be identified and ongoing support arranged around the needs of your optical business.
