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 handle both professional services and retail-style sales, which can make record keeping and tax reporting more involved than a straightforward service business. That mix is why certain accounting areas tend to need closer attention throughout the year.
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 accounting and tax work behind an optical business, including bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where relevant. Because optical businesses often combine clinical services with the sale of spectacles, contact lenses and other goods, the work also involves keeping those income streams and costs properly recorded.
Support is available for independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed optical professionals, practice owners and limited company optical businesses. The exact requirements differ depending on your structure, how you earn income and whether you hold stock, so the services are tailored rather than fixed.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists and locum opticians often need help with Self Assessment, allowable expenses and keeping records organised across multiple engagements. Dispensing opticians working independently may have similar needs. The right approach depends on your circumstances, including how many income sources you have and whether you also work through a limited company.
It varies. Many practices need bookkeeping, payroll, annual accounts and Corporation Tax support, along with management accounts for visibility. Practices selling spectacles and contact lenses may also need help tracking stock and understanding VAT treatment, while self-employed professionals may only require Self Assessment and record-keeping support.
They are generally treated as goods sold, so purchases, sales and remaining stock need to be recorded accurately as part of your business turnover. Stock levels in frames, lenses and contact lenses should be reviewed consistently. VAT treatment is a separate question and depends on the nature of the supply and your individual circumstances.
Possibly. Optical businesses often make a mix of supplies, combining professional optical services with goods such as spectacles or contact lenses, and these can carry different VAT treatments. Whether registration is required, and how each type of supply should be treated, depends on your turnover and circumstances, so specific advice is worth taking.
Yes. Payroll support can cover employed optometrists, dispensing opticians, reception and support staff, including PAYE, pension obligations and payslips. Where practices engage self-employed associates or locums, the payments and records involved need different handling, and the correct treatment depends on the working arrangements in place.
Yes, switching is usually straightforward. We review your existing records and any outstanding filings, flag anything that needs attention, and take over the ongoing accounting work. For an optical business in Blisworth, handover timing is often planned around your year end or a filing deadline so the transition stays smooth.
