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 earn income in a single, simple way. Professional services sit alongside the sale of optical goods, equipment and premises costs, which means the accounting detail matters far more than it does in many other trades.
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 day-to-day accounting and tax work behind an optical business, including bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where it applies. They also help make sense of professional income, optical goods sales, stock, equipment and practice costs, so records stay accurate and deadlines are met.
Support is available for self-employed optometrists, locums, dispensing opticians, independent opticians, practice owners and limited companies, as well as partnerships. Because sole traders, partnerships and limited companies are taxed and reported differently, the right approach depends on how you work and how your income is structured.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists and locums typically need Self Assessment support, help recording professional fees, travel between practice locations and equipment costs, and clear guidance on what can be claimed. Whether a particular expense is allowable depends on individual circumstances, so it is worth reviewing your position rather than assuming.
It varies. A small independent practice may mainly need bookkeeping, annual accounts and tax returns, while a larger business with employees and significant stock may also need payroll, management accounts and VAT support. The right mix depends on your structure, income streams and how the practice purchases and holds optical goods.
Frames, lenses, contact lenses and consumables are usually recorded as stock, with purchases, sales and closing stock figures kept up to date so your accounts and tax position are accurate. Equipment, premises costs and professional expenses should be recorded separately, and how they are treated depends on whether the spending is revenue or capital in nature.
They may. Optical businesses often make more than one type of supply, and professional services and optical goods can have different VAT treatments depending on the nature of the supply and the business's circumstances. Registration thresholds, exempt or taxable supplies and partial exemption are all worth reviewing rather than assuming a blanket position applies.
Yes. Payroll can cover employed optometrists, dispensing opticians, reception and support staff, with payslips, deductions and reporting handled on your behalf. Payments to locums and other contractors are treated differently, so it helps to keep those arrangements clear and correctly documented.
Yes, switching is usually straightforward. CruseBurke can take over your existing records, liaise about outstanding filings and get your bookkeeping and accounts up to date, so you have a clear picture of where things stand. Tell us about your practice and current arrangements and we can explain what is involved.
