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 often combine professional services with retail sales, which can make bookkeeping, tax and VAT more involved than for a purely service-based business. The challenges below highlight areas where specialist accounting support can help keep records accurate and compliance manageable.
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 and tax support tailored to optical professionals and businesses. This can include bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll, VAT support where relevant, tax planning and help with financial records. The exact services depend on whether you are a sole trader, partner, limited company or practice owner.
Accountants for Opticians can support independent opticians, self-employed optometrists, dispensing opticians, optical practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. Support can be adapted to different business models, income streams and accounting needs. Because opticians, optometrists and dispensing opticians can have different roles and income patterns, the advice should reflect how you actually work.
Yes. Self-employed opticians and optometrists often need help with Self Assessment, bookkeeping, expense records, tax planning and payments on account. If you also sell spectacles or contact lenses, your records may need to separate professional income from product sales. The right approach depends on your individual circumstances and how your income is earned.
Optical practices may need bookkeeping, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll, management accounts, VAT support and help with stock or equipment records. Some practices also need support with business structures or tax planning. Not every practice requires every service, so the right package depends on your size, structure, income streams and compliance obligations.
Yes. Bookkeeping can help keep income and expenses organised throughout the year, including professional fees, optical goods, stock, equipment and premises costs. Self Assessment support may be relevant for sole traders, partners and some directors. The records you need and the deadlines that apply depend on your business structure and personal circumstances.
Some optical businesses do need to consider VAT, but treatment can vary. Professional optical services and optical goods such as spectacles or contact lenses may have different VAT treatments depending on the nature of the supply and the circumstances. Registration thresholds, exemptions and partial exemption rules can also matter, so advice should be based on your specific situation.
Switching accountants is usually a straightforward process. CruseBurke can discuss your current arrangements, the records you hold and the support you need. The exact steps and timescales depend on your existing accountant, your year-end position and how your affairs are structured, so it is best to discuss this before making a change.
To get started, share details of your optical business or professional income, your current accounting arrangements and the support you require. Accountants for Opticians can then outline how they may help with bookkeeping, tax filings, payroll or VAT where relevant. The next steps depend on your circumstances and the services you need.
