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 combine clinical expertise with retail supply, which makes the numbers less straightforward than they first appear. From mixed income streams to stock and equipment, several areas need consistent attention throughout the year.
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 optical professionals and practices need, including bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax and payroll. Because optical businesses often combine professional services with selling spectacles, lenses and other goods, the work also involves keeping income streams and records clearly separated.
Support is available for independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed and locum optical professionals, practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. The exact scope depends on how you trade, how you earn income and whether you employ staff or hold stock, so requirements are always reviewed individually.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists, locum opticians and dispensing opticians typically need help with record keeping and Self Assessment, including expenses such as equipment, travel, insurance and professional fees. The correct treatment depends on your individual circumstances, so records should be kept clear and up to date throughout the year.
It varies. Many practices need bookkeeping, payroll for optometrists, dispensing opticians and support staff, management accounts and help with annual accounts or Corporation Tax. Practices selling spectacles and contact lenses may also need stock records and VAT support where applicable. The right combination depends on your structure and circumstances.
Frames, lenses, contact lenses and accessories should be tracked so stock levels and cost of sales stay accurate, with equipment, premises costs and professional expenses recorded separately. Good records make it easier to see profitability and to support the figures used in your accounts and tax returns.
They are generally treated as goods sold by the practice, so their cost forms part of cost of sales and their sale produces trading income. That differs from professional fees earned from examinations. The accounting and VAT treatment of each supply depends on the specific circumstances of the business.
Possibly. VAT treatment depends on the nature of each supply. Professional optical services and goods such as spectacles, contact lenses and accessories can be treated differently, so liability and registration should be reviewed against your specific circumstances rather than assumed.
Switching accountants is normally straightforward. Once your existing records are reviewed and handover information is confirmed, the relevant filings can be taken over with minimal disruption to your practice or your day-to-day work.
