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 template. Professional fees, goods, stock, equipment and staffing all behave differently, and the way each is recorded affects your tax position, cash flow and the financial picture you rely on.
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 behind an optical business, from bookkeeping and Self Assessment to annual accounts, Corporation Tax and payroll. Because optical practices mix clinical income with sales of spectacles and contact lenses, the work also involves stock, equipment and VAT considerations where relevant.
Support is available for independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians and the practices they run, including sole traders, partnerships and limited companies. Locums and self-employed professionals are equally welcome. The accounting support is adjusted to how you earn income and how your business is structured, rather than applying a single template to everyone.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists, locums and dispensing opticians often need help with Self Assessment, keeping track of expenses and making sure income from different contracts is recorded correctly. If you work across more than one practice, or have income beyond your main role, the records need to be clear and well organised.
That varies. Many practices need bookkeeping, annual accounts and Corporation Tax or Self Assessment, plus payroll if they employ staff. Management accounts, tax planning and VAT support may also be relevant depending on structure, turnover and the types of supply involved. The right services depend on your own circumstances.
Yes. Frames, lenses and contact lenses are stock, so accurate records help you track cost of sales and avoid overstating profit. Equipment, diagnostic tools, professional fees, insurance and premises costs are potential business expenses, though how each is treated for tax depends on the item and your circumstances.
Sometimes. Optical practices often make a mix of supplies, and professional services and optical goods can be treated differently for VAT. Some supplies may be exempt while others are standard-rated, and the position depends on the exact nature of each supply and the circumstances of the business.
Yes. Changing accountants is usually straightforward, and we can help with the handover of information from your existing adviser. Once your records are in place, we focus on getting your bookkeeping, accounts and tax work up to date and keeping it that way, so you are not chasing paperwork later.
Get in touch and tell us about your practice or your professional work, including how you are structured and where your income comes from. We will then look at what accounting and tax support you need and explain the options clearly, with no hidden fees.
