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 one simple income stream. Professional fees, retail sales, vouchers and equipment costs can sit side by side in the same accounts, which is why accurate record keeping matters so much for opticians and practice owners.
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 handle the financial administration behind an optical business or professional career. That can include bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where it applies. The aim is to keep records accurate and tax deadlines under control while giving a clearer picture of how the practice is performing.
We support self-employed optometrists and dispensing opticians, independent opticians, practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. Accounting needs differ depending on how income is earned and how the business is structured, so the support is tailored rather than fixed. Some clients need help with a single tax return; others need full accounts and payroll.
Yes. Locum and self-employed optical professionals often need Self Assessment, expense records and a clear separation of professional income from any practice-related earnings. If you also hold a role in a partnership or limited company, that income is handled differently, so it is worth reviewing the whole picture.
Yes. Bookkeeping keeps your income and expenses organised through the year, which makes Self Assessment or annual accounts far easier to prepare. For sole traders and partners this usually means a Self Assessment tax return, while limited companies also need annual accounts and a Corporation Tax return.
Spectacles, contact lenses and other optical goods are normally treated as trading stock or sales, so purchases, stock levels and cost of sales should be recorded accurately. The accounting treatment can affect reported profit, while the VAT position depends on the type of supply and the circumstances of the business.
Often they do, but not in a uniform way. Optical businesses can make a mix of supplies, covering professional services and optical goods, and these may not be treated the same for VAT. Whether registration is required, and how each supply is treated, depends on turnover, the nature of the supply and the specific circumstances of the business.
Yes, switching is usually straightforward. We review your existing records, confirm what is needed for your structure and income streams, and take over the relevant filings and deadlines. It helps to have recent accounts, tax returns and bookkeeping information available so the transition runs smoothly.
