Specialist Accountants for Opticians & Optometrists
Accountants for Opticians in West Horndon
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Optical Professionals and Practices We Support
Independent Opticians
GOS income reconciliation, VAT apportionment between exempt sight tests and taxable dispensing, stock control and owner profit extraction.
Locum Optometrists
Self-assessment, IR35 status on agency work, GOC and professional fees, mileage between practices and equipment claims.
Optometry Clinics & Multiples
Management accounts per branch, partial exemption calculations, payroll for optical assistants and funding for new sites.
Private & Specialist Eye Care
Ophthalmology and refractive surgery providers: company accounts, VAT on cosmetic versus medical treatment and capital allowances on equipment.
Our Accounting Services for Optical Practices
Optical Tax Planning
Incorporation reviews, capital allowances on OCT scanners and consulting room fit-out, and profit extraction planning for practice owners.
Payroll & Pensions for Optical Staff
Payroll for optometrists, dispensing opticians and optical assistants, plus auto-enrolment, statutory pay and locum payments.
Bookkeeping for Optical Practices
Cloud bookkeeping that reconciles GOS payments, private fees and retail till takings so your figures are accurate all year.
VAT Apportionment for Opticians
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.
Management Accounts & Reporting
Reports showing tests per day, dispensing conversion, margin per branch and profit trends, so decisions are based on real numbers.
Key Accounting Challenges for Optical Businesses
Optical businesses rarely have a single, simple income stream. Professional services, optical goods and stock all behave differently on the books, and getting that mix right matters for tax, cash flow and record keeping.
- Separating professional income from goods — Sight tests and dispensing fees sit differently on the books from spectacle and contact lens sales, so income needs careful recording.
- Stock and inventory control — Frames, lenses and contact lenses tie up cash, and inaccurate stock records can distort margins and year-end figures.
- Equipment and practice costs — Diagnostic instruments, fitting equipment, premises costs and professional expenses need correct treatment, including any capital allowances available.
- Payroll for practice teams — Optometrists, dispensing opticians, optical assistants and locums may be engaged differently, so payroll and contractor records must reflect that.
- VAT on mixed supplies — Professional services and optical goods can be treated differently for VAT, so the nature of each supply and your circumstances matter.
Why Specialist Accounting Support Matters for Optical Businesses
Real Optical Expertise
GOS income, voucher values, partial exemption and dispensing margin — no explaining required.
Built Around Your Practice
Independents, multiples and locum optometrists each get a different service, not a template.
VAT Apportionment Done Right
We use a defensible apportionment method and keep the workings ready in case HMRC asks.
Fixed, Transparent Fees
One agreed monthly fee with no hourly billing and no surprises at year end.
Clear Margin Reporting
Management accounts that show where the profit actually comes from, test by test and branch by branch.
Named Accountant, Real Answers
You deal with the same qualified person every time, by phone or email, not a call centre.
Our Simple 3-Step Process for Optical Businesses
1. Initial Consultation (It’s Free):
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.
2. Customised Plan:
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.
3. Ongoing Support & Updates:
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.
Accounting Support Built for Optical Practices
Technology Driven
Using the latest technology to offer customised financial strategies that help healthcare practices grow and thrive.
Named Optical Accountant
A dedicated accountant for opticians who understands GOS income, stock and dispensing margin.
Ongoing Support
Our team is here whenever you need guidance. We offer unlimited support to ensure your financial management is always on point.
Experienced Team
Our team has over 100 years of combined accountancy experience.
Free - Email Reminders
Never Miss any deadline with our automated email reminders.
Yes, We Are Chartered!
We’re an ICAEW, ACCA & AAT accredited Firm.
How to Join/Switch
Take a back seat and let our expert accountants handle everything. Here’s how easy it is to get started with us:
Get in touch
Reach out to us, and we’ll discuss your needs and how we can help your healthcare practice thrive.
Letter of Engagement
We’ll send over a simple letter to formalise our partnership and get everything in motion.
Previous Accountants
If you're switching, we’ll take care of contacting your previous accountants to make the transition smooth.
We Do the Rest
From there, sit back and relax. We’ll manage your accounts, taxes, and everything in between, keeping your practice running smoothly.
FAQs
They handle the accounting and tax work that optical professionals and practices need, including bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where applicable. The focus is on how optical businesses actually earn money, combining professional services with the sale of spectacles, contact lenses and other goods.
Support is available for independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed and locum optical professionals, practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. Because roles and business models differ, the appropriate accounting approach depends on how you work, how you are structured and where your income comes from.
Yes. Sole traders and locums typically need bookkeeping, expense records and Self Assessment support, along with guidance on payments on account and record keeping. What is required depends on your income, expenses and circumstances, so the starting point is always a conversation about how you actually work.
Frames, lenses, contact lenses and consumables are usually treated as stock, while diagnostic and fitting equipment is normally recorded as a fixed asset. Keeping purchases, receipts and supplier invoices well organised makes year-end accounts far easier, and the correct treatment can depend on your individual circumstances.
It depends. Registration is compulsory once taxable turnover passes the threshold, and VAT treatment can differ between professional optical services and the supply of optical goods such as spectacles and contact lenses. Different supplies can be treated differently, so the position depends on what you supply and your circumstances.
Yes. Payroll support can cover optometrists, dispensing opticians, optical assistants and administrative staff, including PAYE, pensions and payslips. Where someone is engaged as a locum or contractor rather than an employee, employment status should be considered carefully, as the rules can be complex.
Yes, switching is usually straightforward. CruseBurke can take over the relevant records and filings from your existing accountant, and the timing often works best around the end of an accounting period so nothing is missed. The practical steps depend on your current arrangements.
Simply get in touch and tell us about your optical work, how the business is structured and what you need help with. From there, the relevant accounting and tax requirements can be identified and support can begin, whether you are newly self-employed or already running an established practice.