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 rarely have a single, straightforward income stream. Professional services, retail sales and stock all sit alongside one another, which can make record keeping, tax reporting and VAT treatment more involved than for many other businesses.
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 practices. That can include bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax, payroll, VAT support and tax planning, with records set up to reflect professional fees, spectacle and contact lens sales, stock, equipment and practice costs.
Support is available to independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, locum and self-employed professionals, practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. Requirements differ depending on how you work and how the business is structured, so the scope of support is matched to your circumstances rather than applied in the same way to everyone.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists, locum opticians and dispensing opticians often need help with Self Assessment, allowable expenses, record keeping and, where relevant, VAT registration. Income can come from several practices or a mix of employed and self-employed work, so returns need to reflect the full picture accurately.
It varies. A limited company practice may need statutory accounts, Corporation Tax calculations, payroll and management accounts, while a sole trader may only require bookkeeping and Self Assessment support. Stock recording, equipment costs and VAT considerations often feature too, depending on the practice and the supplies it makes.
Frames, lenses, contact lenses and accessories should be tracked so stock levels, cost of sales and margins can be reviewed. Expenses such as equipment, testing instruments, practice premises, insurance and professional fees should be recorded with supporting documentation, as what is allowable depends on individual circumstances.
They can. Optical businesses often make a mix of supplies, and professional services and optical goods may be treated differently for VAT. Whether registration is required, and how each supply should be treated, depends on the nature of the supply and the circumstances of the business, so this should be reviewed individually.
Yes. Payroll support can cover practice staff such as optical assistants, dispensing opticians and administrative employees, including PAYE, National Insurance and pension duties. Payments to locums and other contractors need separate consideration, since the correct treatment depends on the working arrangements in place.
Yes, switching is usually straightforward. Providing details of your current accountant, along with accounts, tax returns and records, allows the handover to be managed and continuity maintained. It is worth checking whether any deadlines are approaching so nothing is missed during the transition.
