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 often combine clinical work, retail sales and stock, so the accounting picture can become more complex than a simple service-based business. Different income streams, VAT rules and practice costs all need clear records and sensible tax planning.
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 help optical professionals and practices with bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax, payroll and tax planning. They also help record professional income, sales of optical goods, stock, equipment and practice costs accurately, so the numbers reflect how the optical business actually operates.
Support can be provided to independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed optical professionals, practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. The right approach depends on how each person or business is structured, how income is earned and whether optical goods, staff or premises are involved.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists, locum opticians and dispensing opticians often need help with Self Assessment, expense records, mileage, equipment costs and mixed income streams. The exact treatment depends on individual circumstances, including whether you work through a sole trade, partnership or limited company.
Optical practices may need bookkeeping, payroll, VAT support where applicable, annual accounts, management accounts and Corporation Tax or Self Assessment help. The best mix depends on whether the practice supplies professional services, sells spectacles, contact lenses and other goods, employs staff or holds significant stock and equipment.
Frames, lenses, contact lenses and consumables should be recorded accurately so stock levels, purchases and margins can be reviewed. Business expenses such as testing equipment, practice premises, insurance, software and staff costs should be kept with clear records and receipts, as allowable treatment depends on the nature of each expense.
Some do, but the position is not identical for every supply. Professional optical services and goods such as spectacles, lenses and contact lenses can have different VAT treatments depending on the nature of the supply and the circumstances of the business. It is important to review VAT carefully rather than assume one rule applies to everything.
Payroll support can cover staff, locums and contractors where relevant, including pay, deductions and records. Optical practices may have a mix of clinical, retail and administrative staff, so payroll needs to be handled accurately and kept up to date alongside other accounting records and reporting obligations.
You can start by sharing details of your optical work, business structure, income streams and current accounting arrangements. CruseBurke can then review what support is needed and explain the next practical steps, whether you are self-employed, in a partnership, running a limited company or operating an independent practice.
