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 professional work with retail sales, which makes the numbers less straightforward than they first appear. Several areas can create complexity for opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians and independent practices.
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 financial administration optical professionals need, including bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where it applies. They also help record professional income, optical goods, stock, equipment and practice costs accurately, so tax filings and business decisions are based on reliable figures rather than guesswork.
Support is available for independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed optical professionals, practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. The exact help depends on how you are structured and how you earn income, since a locum optometrist working alone has different needs from a practice employing several members of staff.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists and locums often need support with Self Assessment, allowable expenses, travel between practice locations and professional registration costs. Record keeping needs to be consistent throughout the tax year, particularly where income comes from more than one practice or from a mix of clinical work and product sales.
It varies by practice. Most need bookkeeping and annual accounts, and many also need payroll, management accounts and tax planning. Where VAT registration applies, support with returns may be relevant too. Practices holding stock or investing in equipment often benefit from clearer records around purchases, supplier costs and how those are treated.
Sales of spectacles and contact lenses are business income and need recording alongside professional fees. Stock, supplier costs and any goods returned or written off should be tracked closely enough to give an accurate picture. How those figures feed into your accounts and tax position depends on your structure and individual circumstances.
It depends. Optical businesses may supply professional services as well as optical goods, and these can have different VAT treatments depending on the nature of the supply and the circumstances of the business. Registration thresholds and the way supplies are classified both matter, so VAT should be reviewed individually rather than assumed.
Yes. Payroll support can cover optometrists, dispensing opticians, optical assistants and reception staff, along with PAYE, pension duties and the associated reporting. Where practices use self-employed associates or contractors, the working arrangements should be reviewed, because the correct treatment depends on individual circumstances rather than the label used.
In most cases, yes. Switching usually involves giving notice to your current accountant, arranging handover of your records and confirming any outstanding filings. Bringing your bookkeeping up to date first can make the transition smoother, and the timing may need to fit around your accounting period and filing deadlines.
