Specialist Accountants for Opticians & Optometrists
4.9/5.0
Google Reviews
See what doctors, dentists, and care providers say about working with us.
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 professional services with the sale of goods, which can make bookkeeping, tax and VAT more involved than in a practice that only sells time and expertise.
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 financial administration of optical professionals and practices, including bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where applicable. The work is tailored to the mix of professional services and optical goods that a practice typically provides.
Support is available for independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed locum professionals, practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. Because roles and business models differ, accounts, tax and record-keeping requirements are reviewed individually rather than assuming every optical business is the same.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists and locum opticians often need straightforward bookkeeping, expense recording and Self Assessment support, including help understanding which professional costs are allowable. Where income comes from several sources, records should distinguish between them so the tax position is presented accurately.
It varies. Some practices need bookkeeping and payroll, others need annual accounts, Corporation Tax, management accounts and VAT support. Practices holding stock of frames, lenses and contact lenses also need reliable inventory records. The right combination depends on structure, turnover and how the practice operates.
Stock such as frames and contact lenses should be recorded consistently so purchases, sales and closing stock are accurate at year end. Expenses relating to equipment, premises, professional fees and staff should be kept with supporting documentation. What is allowable can depend on individual circumstances, so records should be clear.
Often, yes, but the position is not straightforward. Professional optical services and the supply of optical goods can be treated differently for VAT, so the outcome depends on the nature of each supply and the wider circumstances of the business. Treatment should always be reviewed individually rather than assumed.
Yes. Payroll support can cover employed staff such as optical assistants, reception and dispensing teams, along with PAYE, pension duties and payslips. Payments to locum optometrists and other contractors are handled differently, so it is worth confirming the correct status before payments are made.
Yes. We would need details of your current arrangements and records so the transition can be handled properly and nothing is missed. Ongoing deadlines such as Self Assessment, payroll or Corporation Tax filing can be managed as part of the move.
