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 clinical professional income with retail-style sales, stock and equipment costs. That mix can make bookkeeping, tax reporting and VAT treatment more involved than for a business that only sells services.
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 for optical professionals and businesses. This can include bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll, tax planning and VAT support where applicable. The exact work depends on whether you are a sole trader, partner, limited company, self-employed optometrist or practice owner.
Accountants for Opticians can support independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed optical professionals, optical practice owners and other optical businesses. The accounting needs differ depending on how income is earned, whether optical goods are sold and how the business is structured, so support is tailored to each situation.
Yes, support can be provided for self-employed opticians and optometrists, including those working as locums or running their own practice. This may involve Self Assessment, bookkeeping and records for professional income, expenses, equipment and any optical goods supplied. Requirements depend on individual circumstances.
Optical practices may need bookkeeping, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support, but not every practice needs every service. Stock, equipment, premises, staff costs and different income streams from eye examinations, spectacles and contact lenses can all affect the records and reports required.
Bookkeeping and Self Assessment support can be tailored to opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians and practice owners. Records may include professional fees, optical goods, stock, equipment and business expenses. Self Assessment is usually relevant for sole traders and partners, while limited companies have different filing and tax obligations.
Optical stock such as frames, lenses, contact lenses and accessories should be recorded accurately, alongside business expenses like equipment, premises costs, insurance and staff payments. Good records help with accounts, tax reporting and cash flow. The right method depends on the size and structure of the optical business.
Some optical businesses need to consider VAT, but treatment depends on the nature of each supply and the business's circumstances. Professional optical services and goods such as spectacles or contact lenses can have different VAT treatments, so it is important to review income streams carefully rather than assume one rule applies to everything.
Switching to CruseBurke from another accountant is possible for self-employed opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians and optical practices. The practical steps usually involve sharing details of your current records and agreeing a handover. CruseBurke can explain what information may be needed based on your circumstances.
