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. Blending professional services with the sale of optical goods, plus stock, equipment and staff, means the accounting picture can become more detailed than many owners expect.
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 side of an optical business, including bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where relevant. They also help with tax planning and record keeping tailored to practices that combine professional services with selling optical goods.
Support is available to self-employed optometrists, dispensing opticians, independent opticians, practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. The exact work depends on how each professional or business operates, because a sole trader providing locum cover has very different reporting needs from a practice employing staff and holding stock.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists and dispensing opticians typically need Self Assessment, clear records of professional fees and locum income, and help claiming allowable expenses such as equipment, travel and professional costs. Where you also sell optical goods, those sales need to be recorded separately so reporting stays accurate.
It varies. Many practices need bookkeeping, payroll, annual accounts and Corporation Tax, plus VAT support where applicable. Management accounts and tax planning are often useful for reviewing profitability across professional fees, spectacles and contact lenses. The right mix depends on your structure, income streams and individual circumstances.
Frames, lenses, contact lenses and accessories should be tracked as stock, with purchases, sales and closing valuations recorded consistently. Expenses such as test room equipment, diagnostic tools, software, premises costs and staff wages should be logged with receipts. What can be claimed depends on the nature of the spend and your circumstances.
Possibly. VAT treatment depends on what is supplied and the circumstances of the business. Professional optical services and the supply of optical goods such as spectacles and contact lenses can be treated differently, and exemptions or reduced treatments may apply in some situations. Registration thresholds and the correct treatment are worth reviewing properly.
Yes, switching is usually straightforward. The first step is sharing details of your current accounting position, records and any outstanding filings, so the relevant information can be gathered before the handover from your existing accountant takes place. Timing around your year end often makes the process smoother.
Get in touch and tell us about your optical practice or professional work, including how you are structured, where your income comes from and what support you need. From there, the relevant accounting and tax requirements can be identified and the next steps agreed.
