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 rarely fit a single accounting pattern. Professional fees, retail sales of spectacles, contact lens schemes, stock, equipment and staff costs all interact, which is why the financial picture can become more complex than it first appears.
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 accounting and tax work behind an optical business. That typically includes bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment or Corporation Tax returns, payroll and VAT support where it applies, alongside practical advice on expenses, stock, equipment and how the practice is structured.
Support can be provided to independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed optical professionals, practice owners and other optical businesses. What each one needs varies, because a sole trader, a partnership and a limited company are taxed and reported differently, and the mix of clinical work, retail sales and staff arrangements changes the paperwork involved.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists and dispensing opticians often need Self Assessment support, clear income records and guidance on allowable expenses, while those who combine employed work with self-employed sessions need the two treated separately. Sole traders, partnerships and limited companies can all be supported, with the approach matched to how income is actually earned.
It depends on the practice. Common requirements include bookkeeping, annual accounts, Corporation Tax or Self Assessment, payroll for optometrists, dispensing opticians, assistants and locums, management accounts and VAT support where relevant. Tax planning, stock and expense recording and help with reviewing the business structure may also be useful. Not every practice needs every service.
Stock should be recorded as it is bought and sold, with frames, lenses and contact lenses tracked so the figures reflect what is actually held. Expenses such as equipment, professional fees and premises costs are recorded separately. Accurate records make annual accounts and tax returns easier to prepare and give a clearer view of margins.
VAT treatment is not uniform across an optical business. Professional services and the supply of spectacles, contact lenses and other optical goods can be treated differently, and the position depends on the nature of each supply and the circumstances of the business. It is worth reviewing how supplies are structured rather than assuming a general rule.
Payroll support can cover employed optometrists, dispensing opticians, optical assistants and administrative staff, including PAYE, National Insurance and pay records. Where locums or other contractors are used, their status and how payments should be treated need reviewing, because it affects both payroll and tax administration.
Switching accountants is usually straightforward. Once you get in touch, the next step is to understand your current setup and records, then agree what support is needed and when. Existing information can be reviewed so any outstanding accounts, returns or bookkeeping gaps are identified and dealt with properly.
