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 juggle professional appointments, retail sales and clinical equipment, which can make the numbers harder to keep straight. These are the areas that most commonly need careful attention.
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.
They handle the day-to-day accounting and tax work that optical professionals and practices need, including bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where it applies. The aim is to keep financial records accurate and tax reporting properly managed for the way your optical business operates.
Support is available to independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed optical professionals, practice owners and limited company optical businesses. Because roles and business models differ, the accounting needs of each can vary, so the focus is on your own income, structure and circumstances rather than a fixed template.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists and locum opticians often need Self Assessment, clear bookkeeping and help separating professional income from practice-related expenses. The exact treatment depends on how you work, whether you also trade through a company, and whether you supply optical goods as well as services.
It depends on the practice. Many need bookkeeping, annual accounts and Corporation Tax or Self Assessment, along with payroll for staff. Practices carrying stock, equipment and premises costs may also benefit from management accounts, tax planning and VAT support where relevant. Not every optical business requires every service.
Yes. Bookkeeping keeps your records organised, while Self Assessment reports your taxable income if you are a sole trader or partner. For opticians and optometrists with mixed income from services and optical goods, accurate records help ensure the figures reported are complete and consistent with your circumstances.
Frames, lenses and contact lenses held for sale are stock and should be recorded accurately, with purchases and sales matched in the accounts. Equipment, premises costs, professional fees and staff expenses are usually recorded as business costs, although the correct treatment can vary depending on what was bought and why.
Possibly. Optical businesses may provide professional optical services and also supply spectacles, contact lenses and other goods, and different supplies can have different VAT treatments. Whether VAT registration is required, and how each supply is treated, depends on the nature of the supply and the specific circumstances of the business.
Yes, switching accountants is usually straightforward. The practical side involves sharing details of your current arrangement and records so the transition can be managed properly. What matters most is making sure your bookkeeping, tax deadlines and reporting stay on track throughout the change.
