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-style sales, creating accounting and tax questions that a standard small business accountant may not see every day. The way income, stock, equipment and VAT are recorded can all affect the numbers.
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 help optical professionals and businesses with bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where relevant. They also help record professional income, optical goods, stock, equipment and practice costs accurately, so tax returns and financial records reflect how the optician, optometrist or optical practice actually operates.
Support can be tailored to independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed optical professionals, practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. Accounting needs vary depending on how income is earned, whether optical goods are sold and how the business is structured, so the right support is never identical for every optical professional or practice.
Yes, support is available for self-employed opticians, locum optometrists and dispensing opticians. Self Assessment, bookkeeping, expense records and tax planning can be relevant, but the exact requirements depend on whether you work as a sole trader, through a limited company or in another arrangement. VAT may also need consideration depending on your supplies.
Optical practices may need bookkeeping, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll, management accounts and VAT support, depending on their structure and supplies. Recording income from eye examinations, spectacles, contact lenses, stock, equipment and premises costs is also important. Not every practice requires every service, so the right package depends on the individual circumstances of the business.
Stock such as frames, lenses and contact lenses should be recorded accurately so cost of sales, margins and year-end figures are reliable. Business expenses, including optical equipment, professional fees, premises costs and staff wages, need clear records with receipts. Good bookkeeping helps separate personal and business spending and supports accurate tax returns, though treatment depends on the specific expense.
Spectacles and contact lenses are usually recorded as sales of optical goods, with related stock, supplier costs and margins tracked separately from professional service income. VAT treatment can vary depending on the nature of the supply and the circumstances, so it should not be assumed that all goods or services are treated the same. Accurate records help.
Payroll support can cover practice staff, optical assistants, dispensing opticians and optometrists, including wages, tax and National Insurance where relevant. Where locums or associates are used, the correct treatment can depend on the working arrangement, so it is important to review contracts and status rather than assume every payment is handled the same way.
Switching accountants can be a manageable process. CruseBurke can discuss your current position, the records you hold and the services you need, then help plan a sensible handover from your existing accountant. The timing and steps depend on your business structure, accounting year and whether VAT or payroll is involved.
