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 retail sales, so there are more moving parts in the accounts than in a purely service-based business. Stock, equipment, staff costs and differing VAT treatment on different supplies can all complicate the picture.
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 day-to-day financial side of running an optical business or working as a self-employed professional. That typically covers bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where it applies, along with tax planning and advice on how income from professional services and optical goods should be recorded.
Support is available to independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, locums and self-employed professionals, as well as practice owners operating as sole traders, partnerships or limited companies. The work involved differs depending on how income is earned and how the business is structured, so the starting point is always a conversation about your circumstances.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists, locums and dispensing opticians usually need Self Assessment support, alongside help recording income from different contracts, professional expenses such as registration and equipment, and costs connected to working across several practices. What you can claim depends on your individual circumstances, and we can talk that through with you.
That varies. A practice selling spectacles and contact lenses may need bookkeeping, stock records and VAT support, while an employer also needs payroll. Limited companies require annual accounts and Corporation Tax returns, whereas sole traders and partnerships focus on Self Assessment. We look at your structure, income streams and staffing before confirming which services are genuinely relevant.
Stock such as frames, lenses and contact lenses should be recorded accurately so year-end figures reflect what you hold and what it is worth. Equipment, premises, professional fees and staff costs generally need supporting documentation. What is allowable depends on your circumstances, so keeping clear records throughout the year makes the process much simpler.
Possibly. VAT treatment depends on the nature of each supply and your own circumstances. Professional optical services and the supply of goods such as spectacles and contact lenses can be treated differently, and some supplies may be exempt while others are not. Registration thresholds and what you can reclaim also matter, so this is worth reviewing rather than assuming.
Yes. If you employ optometrists, dispensing opticians, optical assistants or reception staff, payroll support can cover wages, tax and National Insurance deductions and payslips. Where practices engage self-employed associates or contractors, it is worth checking those arrangements, since employment status can affect tax and National Insurance.
Yes, switching is usually straightforward. We can review your existing records and accounts, confirm what needs transferring and help make sure nothing is missed at year end. It helps to have your last set of accounts, tax returns and current bookkeeping to hand, and we will guide you through the rest.
