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 professional services with the sale of optical goods, which can make bookkeeping, tax and VAT more detailed than for a purely service-based business. Different income streams, stock and equipment all need clear records.
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 provide accounting and tax support shaped around optical businesses. This can include bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where applicable. They help record professional income, optical goods, stock, equipment, premises costs and staff payments clearly, so tax and financial reporting reflect how the practice actually operates.
Accountants for Opticians can support independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed optical professionals, locums, practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. The right support depends on how you work, earn income and structure the business. Some need help with personal tax returns, while others need annual accounts, payroll or VAT guidance for a practice.
Yes. Self-employed opticians, optometrists and dispensing opticians often need help with Self Assessment, expense records and tax planning. If you work as a locum, run a small practice or combine professional fees with optical goods, your bookkeeping should reflect those income streams accurately. The exact treatment depends on your circumstances and business structure.
Optical practices may need bookkeeping, annual accounts, Corporation Tax returns, payroll, management accounts and VAT support where applicable. The right mix depends on whether you are a sole trader, partnership or limited company, and whether you sell spectacles, contact lenses or other goods. Stock, equipment, premises and staff costs also need clear records.
Accountants for Opticians can help with bookkeeping and Self Assessment, including recording professional income, optical goods sales, stock purchases, equipment costs and allowable expenses. Self Assessment applies to many sole traders and partners, while company directors may have different filing requirements. Accurate records throughout the year make the return process smoother and reduce last-minute pressure.
Spectacles, contact lenses and other optical goods are usually treated as trading stock or sales items, depending on the business. Their costs and sales need to be recorded clearly, and VAT treatment can vary between professional services and goods. Because different supplies can have different VAT and accounting treatments, it is best to review the specific circumstances.
Some optical businesses need to consider VAT, but treatment is not identical for every supply. Professional optical services and goods such as spectacles or contact lenses can have different VAT treatments depending on the nature of the supply, the customer and the business circumstances. Registration thresholds and exemptions can also be relevant, so advice should be based on your situation.
Yes, switching accountants is usually a straightforward process. CruseBurke can review your current bookkeeping, tax filings and records, then help transfer the relevant information and identify any outstanding accounting or compliance tasks. The exact steps depend on your business structure and the state of your existing records.
