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 have a single, simple income stream. Mixing professional fees with sales of spectacles, contact lenses and other goods creates accounting and tax questions that a generalist accountant may not spot.
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 and tax work that comes with running an optical business. That includes bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where relevant, plus practical help recording professional income, stock, equipment and practice costs accurately.
Support is available for independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed practitioners, practice owners and limited companies. Because roles and business models differ, accounting requirements differ too — a locum optometrist working alone has very different needs from a practice employing staff and holding stock.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists and locum opticians typically need Self Assessment, accurate records of professional income and expenses, and guidance on costs such as travel, equipment and professional fees. Whether a particular cost is allowable depends on your individual circumstances, so each case is considered on its own merits.
Yes. Bookkeeping keeps income from eye examinations, dispensing and product sales properly recorded, while Self Assessment ensures taxable profits are reported correctly and deadlines are met. The records you need depend on whether you are a sole trader, a partner or a director of a limited company.
Yes. Optical practices trading through a limited company need annual accounts and Corporation Tax returns prepared from accurate records. If you operate as a sole trader or partnership, accounts and tax reporting work differently, so your business structure determines what is required and when it falls due.
VAT depends on the nature of each supply. Professional optical services and sales of goods such as spectacles and contact lenses can have different VAT treatments, and registration thresholds also matter. The treatment of a specific supply depends on the circumstances, so the detail is worth reviewing rather than assuming one rule fits all.
Yes. Payroll support can cover optometrists, dispensing opticians, reception and support staff, and payments to locums or contractors. Employee PAYE, pension contributions and the distinction between employed and self-employed arrangements all need consistent handling, and the correct treatment depends on how each working arrangement is set up.
Yes. Moving across usually involves notifying your existing accountant, passing on your records and confirming authorisation with HMRC. Once the details of your practice or self-employment are understood, ongoing support can continue without disrupting your filing deadlines or your bookkeeping routine.
