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 clinical work with retail sales, which means everyday accounting can become more layered than it first appears. Keeping accurate records across both sides of the business takes care and consistency.
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 that sits behind an optical business, including bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where it applies. The aim is accurate records, clear reporting and fewer administrative distractions.
Support can be tailored to independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed optical professionals, practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. Because roles, income sources and business structures differ, the right accounting approach depends on how each professional or practice actually operates.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists and locum opticians often need help with Self Assessment, record keeping, expense claims and tax planning, particularly where income comes from several practices or sources. The exact treatment depends on individual circumstances and how the work is arranged.
It varies. A practice with staff, stock and premises may need bookkeeping, payroll, annual accounts, management accounts and VAT support. A single self-employed professional may only need Self Assessment and straightforward record keeping. The appropriate services depend on the size and structure of the business.
Frames, lenses and contact lenses should be tracked as stock, with purchases, sales and closing values recorded consistently. Equipment, premises costs and professional expenses need clear supporting records too, so claims can be substantiated and margins understood throughout the year.
They are usually recorded as trading stock or sales of goods, with the cost of frames, lenses and materials matched against the income they generate. Recording purchases and sales accurately helps show true margins across product ranges and keeps the figures consistent for year-end accounts.
Possibly. VAT treatment depends on the nature of each supply, so professional optical services and the sale of spectacles, contact lenses or other goods can be treated differently. Whether a practice needs to register, and how supplies are categorised, depends on its circumstances.
Yes, in most cases switching is straightforward. We would review your current position, confirm what records and information are needed, and explain the next steps clearly, so the changeover causes as little disruption as possible to your optical practice.
