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.
Accounting for optical businesses can become more complex because professional services and optical goods often sit side by side, creating different income streams, stock considerations and VAT questions that need careful handling.
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 provide accounting, tax and compliance support tailored to optical professionals and businesses. This can include bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll, VAT support where applicable and help with financial records for professional income and optical goods.
Accountants for Opticians can support independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed optical professionals, optical practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. The right support depends on how you operate, earn income and structure your business, so it is not a one-size-fits-all service.
Yes. Self-employed opticians and optometrists often need help with Self Assessment, record keeping, expenses and tax planning. The exact requirements depend on your income streams, whether you also sell optical goods and how your business is structured, so advice should reflect your circumstances.
Optical practices may need bookkeeping, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll, management accounts, tax planning and VAT support where applicable. Because practices can provide professional services and supply spectacles or contact lenses, the services that apply depend on your business model, income streams and structure.
Optical stock such as frames, lenses and contact lenses should be recorded accurately, with clear costs for purchases, equipment, premises and other business expenses. Keeping professional income separate from optical goods sales can help, especially where VAT may apply differently to different supplies.
Optical businesses can have different VAT considerations for professional services and optical goods. VAT treatment depends on the nature of each supply and the circumstances of the business, so it is important not to assume that all services are exempt or that all products are standard-rated. Specific advice should be sought.
Yes, payroll support can cover optometrists, dispensing opticians, support staff and other employees, including tax and pension considerations where relevant. If you use contractors, the correct treatment depends on the working arrangements and should be reviewed carefully.
Switching to CruseBurke from another accountant is usually a straightforward process. CruseBurke can review your current records, understand your optical business and take over the relevant accounting and tax work. The exact steps depend on your existing setup, but clear communication helps keep the transition smooth.
