Specialist Accountants for Opticians & Optometrists
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Optical Professionals and Businesses 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 sit between professional services and retail, which makes the numbers less straightforward than they first appear. Income from clinical work and income from selling optical goods behave differently, and both need to be recorded accurately.
- Splitting income streams: eye examination fees, contact lens fittings and spectacle sales often need tracking separately for reporting, planning and VAT purposes.
- Stock and lens inventory: spectacle frames, lenses and contact lens stock tie up cash and need consistent valuation and record keeping.
- Equipment and practice costs: optical equipment, testing instruments, fitting tools and premises costs can be claimed in different ways, so accurate records matter.
- Payroll and contractor payments: practice staff on payroll, plus locum optometrists and dispensing opticians paid as contractors, require careful and separate handling.
- VAT on mixed supplies: professional optical services and optical goods can be treated differently for VAT depending on the nature of each supply.
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 it applies. Crucially, they understand how professional optical income, spectacle and contact lens sales, stock and equipment costs interact.
Support is available for independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed practitioners, locum professionals, practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. Because roles and business models differ, the accounting requirements are worked out individually rather than applying one standard approach to everyone.
Yes. Sole traders and locum optometrists typically need Self Assessment, records of professional income and expenses, and clarity on allowable costs such as equipment, travel and professional fees. Where a practitioner also sells optical goods, the reporting and VAT position can differ, so the treatment depends on the circumstances.
It varies. Many practices need bookkeeping, payroll, annual accounts and Corporation Tax, while others require VAT support, management accounts or help with stock and financial record keeping. Because practices earn from professional services and optical goods, the right combination depends on how the business is structured and what it supplies.
Stock such as frames, lenses and contact lenses should be recorded consistently so the figures in your accounts reflect reality, and purchases should be supported by proper documentation. Practice expenses — equipment, premises, staff and professional costs — are generally recorded separately so you can see how each area of the business is performing.
Possibly. VAT depends on the nature of each supply and the circumstances of the business. Professional optical services and optical goods such as spectacles and contact lenses are not all treated the same way, so registration thresholds, exemptions and standard-rated supplies need to be considered together rather than assumed.
Yes. Payroll can cover receptionists, optical assistants, dispensing opticians and optometrists employed by the practice, including PAYE, National Insurance and pensions duties where they apply. Payments to locums or self-employed contractors are treated differently and should be reviewed carefully.
Yes, switching is usually straightforward. We can review your current position, identify what needs to be transferred and help make sure deadlines and records continue without gaps. The first step is simply explaining how you or your practice operates and what support you need.