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 work with retail-style sales, which means income, stock and expenses can be harder to track than they first appear. The five areas below are the ones that most commonly create extra work or unexpected tax questions.
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 administration of optical professionals and practices. That typically includes bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where relevant, along with practical guidance on how professional income, spectacle and contact lens sales, stock and practice costs should be recorded and reported.
Support is available for independent opticians, self-employed optometrists, locum optometrists, dispensing opticians, optical practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. Because these roles and structures differ, the accounting requirements can vary considerably, so the starting point is always understanding how you earn income and how your business is set up.
It depends on the practice. Many need bookkeeping, payroll for staff and associates, annual accounts and Corporation Tax, plus support with stock records and supplier invoices. Self-employed optometrists and locums usually need Self Assessment instead, and VAT support may be relevant depending on the mix of professional services and optical goods supplied.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists, locums and dispensing opticians often have several income sources and travel between practices, which makes accurate expense and travel records important. Self Assessment should reflect your actual circumstances, including any mixture of employed and self-employed work, so the position is reviewed individually rather than treated as standard.
Stock such as frames, lenses and contact lenses should be tracked so your accounts reflect what has been bought, used and remains on hand. Expenses for diagnostic equipment, practice premises, professional development and staff costs should be recorded with enough detail to support the figures, keeping personal spending separate from business spending throughout the year.
Potentially. VAT treatment can differ between professional optical services and goods such as spectacles and contact lenses, and it can also depend on who the supply is made to and the circumstances of the business. Registration thresholds and the treatment of individual supplies both matter, so VAT should be reviewed against your specific situation.
Yes. Switching accountants is usually straightforward, and we can work with your existing records and previous accountant to make the transition as smooth as possible. It helps to plan the change around your year end and to check that all filings are up to date before the handover begins.
Get in touch and tell us about your practice or professional work, including how you are structured, where your income comes from and what support you currently have in place. From there, the relevant accounting and tax requirements can be reviewed and clear, transparent support put in place around your needs.
