Specialist Accountants for Opticians & Optometrists

Accountants for Opticians in Shepperton

CruseBurke provides practical accounting and tax support for opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians and optical businesses in Shepperton, with clear, transparent advice and no hidden fees.

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Jamie Fletcher
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It was a pleasure working with Anum on our accounts. The whole process was swift and effortless, and it was one less thing to worry about. I'd highly recommend them.
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Accotax have been our accountants for many years now. We maintained them, because of their professionalism. In the last coiple of years, i have working with Imran, who has been very professional and helpful in guiding us through the whole process explaining and clarifying every aspect of it. Very prompt in responding to questions and patient with us even when we seem to be slow. I really enjoy working with him. Thank you
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Muna Mohamoud
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I highly recommend Imran to anyone looking for a reliable and knowledgeable accountant. He helped me sort out a very complicated backlog of accounts and prepared my overdue tax returns with professionalism and attention to detail. Throughout the process, he was incredibly patient, took the time to answer all of my questions, and explained everything clearly. He guided me through each step and helped rectify issues that had built up over time, making what felt like an overwhelming situation much more manageable. I'm very pleased with the service I've received and truly appreciate his support. If you need help with your accounts or taxes, I would highly recommend Imran.
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Sergey M
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I had a positive experience with Accotax. The work was completed promptly, my tax return was successfully filed, and I received a refund of overpaid tax. I found the cooperation efficient and helpful. Special thanks to Muhammad Saifullah for his assistance.
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Ebba Qureshi
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Fabulous team at ACCOTAX - very efficient and good response time . Honest and professional with their work. I would highly recommend them even if you’re a young start up - or a large business they have it covered .
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We worked with a few different accountants before finally settling with Accotax, and we’re really glad we did. Their team is great. Abdul is responsive and easy to reach whenever I have a question, which makes a big difference. They take the time to understand how our business works and what our needs are. They are very knowledgeable, and when they don’t have the answer straight away, they take the time to look into it and get back to us quickly. Anum, who looks after our account on a day-to-day basis, including reconciling invoices and preparing the annual accounts, is amazing. She is professional, efficient, and follows the processes we have put in place together. She's also very quickin getting back to us whenever needed. We’re very happy to work with her and hope to continue doing so for as long as possible. Overall, Accotax has made our accounting experience much smoother and easier. We see them as a long-term partner as our business continues to grow. I would 100% recommend them.
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Imran provides a very dependable and straightforward accounting service. He is always responsive and professional when managing our accounts. Excellent support.
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Martin Tyrrell
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I have really impressed to date with all dealings with Accotax highly enough. From day one, they've made what can often be a complicated and stressful part of running a business feel straightforward and hassle-free. A special mention has to go to Anum, who has been friendly, incredibly responsive, and genuinely cares about providing the best possible service. No question is ever too much trouble, and she consistently goes above and beyond to make sure everything is dealt with efficiently. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to anyone looking for an accountant they can genuinely trust.
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Great speedy service and very personable. Anum dealt with my income certificate and did everything quickly and helped me out massively. Very happy with the service provided.
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Optical Professionals and Practices We Support

Accountants for Opticians support a wide range of optical professionals and businesses, from independent opticians and optical practice owners to self-employed optometrists and dispensing opticians. Accounting needs differ depending on how you work: a self-employed optometrist working through Self Assessment has a very different position from a limited company running a dispensing practice with staff, stock and premises. Sole traders, partnerships and limited companies all face different reporting, tax and record-keeping requirements, and a dispensing optician handling frame and lens sales may have stock and VAT considerations that a purely clinical role does not. The right support follows how your business actually operates.

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

Accounting services for optical businesses need to reflect both professional income and the trading side of the practice. That might include Self Assessment for a self-employed optometrist, annual accounts and Corporation Tax for a limited company practice, or bookkeeping that keeps spectacle and contact lens sales, stock and equipment purchases properly recorded. Payroll support can help with practice staff and associate arrangements, while management accounts and tax planning give practice owners a clearer view of performance across different income streams. VAT support is available where it applies, since professional services and optical goods can be treated differently. Not every practice needs every service — the right starting point depends on your structure, income and circumstances.

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 rarely fit a single accounting mould. With clinical income, retail sales, stock, equipment and staff all in the mix, keeping the numbers accurate and the tax treatment correct takes more than a standard bookkeeping routine.

  • Mixed income streams: Clinical fees, spectacle sales and contact lens income often arrive together, so records need to separate each stream clearly.
  • Stock and inventory: Frames, lenses and consumables turn over constantly, so regular stock reviews help keep accounts and gross margins accurate.
  • Equipment and professional costs: Testing equipment, practice software and professional development all need careful recording, as tax treatment can differ between them.
  • Premises and practice overheads: Rent, business rates, utilities and fit-out costs add up quickly, and the accounting treatment often depends on the lease arrangements.
  • VAT on mixed supplies: Professional services and optical goods may be treated differently, so it matters how supplies are structured and recorded rather than assumed.

Why Specialist Accounting Support Matters for Optical Businesses

Optical businesses sell goods as well as provide professional services, and that combination creates accounting questions a generalist may not encounter often. Spectacles, contact lenses and other optical goods bring stock, supplier payments and VAT considerations, while clinical work brings appointment income, associate arrangements and professional expenses. Add equipment, premises, payroll and the way you are structured — sole trader, partnership or limited company — and the bookkeeping and tax administration soon become more layered. Specialist support helps keep records tidy, expenses recorded correctly and tax obligations understood, so practice owners can focus on patients rather than paperwork.

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

Our process is designed to work for self-employed opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, partnerships, independent practices and limited companies alike. We begin by understanding how your business actually operates, then identify the accounting and tax requirements that follow from it, and continue supporting you as those needs change. Tell Us About Your Business — we look at your services, structure, income streams, optical goods or stock, equipment and existing records so we understand the full picture. Review Your Accounting Needs — we identify the relevant requirements, whether that is bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll or VAT support where applicable. Receive Ongoing Support — accounting and tax support continues at a level that suits you, adapting as the practice grows, changes structure or takes on staff.

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

Support is shaped around the realities of an optical practice rather than a generic template. That means bookkeeping that captures clinical income, spectacle and contact lens sales, equipment purchases and everyday running costs, and financial records that stay in a usable state throughout the year. Payroll can be handled for practice staff and associate arrangements where relevant, while tax administration, Self Assessment and Corporation Tax work around your structure and year end. VAT is reviewed where it applies, with attention to how professional services and optical goods may be treated differently. The aim is straightforward: accurate figures, clear explanations and practical help when you need it.

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

Accountants for Opticians handle the day-to-day accounting and tax work specific to optical businesses, including bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where applicable. Just as importantly, they understand how clinical income, spectacle and contact lens sales, stock and equipment fit together in your records.

Support can be provided to self-employed locum optometrists, dispensing opticians, independent optical practice owners, partnerships and limited companies running one or more practices. Because accounting requirements vary with structure and income, the appropriate approach is agreed after looking at how you actually trade and earn.

It depends on the practice. Many need bookkeeping, annual accounts and Corporation Tax, plus payroll if they employ staff. Practices with mixed income streams may also want management accounts, tax planning and VAT support. There is no single standard package, so requirements are matched to how the business is set up and run.

Yes. Stock such as frames, lenses and consumables should be recorded consistently so that accounts and margins reflect reality, and expenses like equipment, testing software, professional fees and premises costs should be captured with proper records. How each item is treated for tax depends on the nature of the cost and your circumstances.

VAT depends on the nature of the supply. Professional optical services and supplies of optical goods such as spectacles and contact lenses can be treated differently, and the position is not the same for every business. Whether registration is needed and how each sale is treated depends on your turnover and circumstances.

Yes. Payroll support can cover optometrists, dispensing opticians, optical assistants and reception staff, as well as common practice arrangements such as associate or locum pay. Payroll for limited companies and sole traders can be handled alongside the wider accounts, so payments, records and reporting stay consistent.

Yes. Switching is usually straightforward, and we can liaise with your existing accountant to obtain the records and information needed to take over. Once everything is in place, your bookkeeping, accounts and tax deadlines can be managed going forward so nothing is missed.

Get in touch and tell us about your practice — how it is structured, what services and products you provide, and what support you need. From there we can review your accounting and tax requirements and explain the options clearly, with transparent fees and no hidden extras.

Speak to an Expert

Need Accountants for Opticians in Shepperton Who Understand Your Business?

Mixing clinical income with spectacle and contact lens sales can leave your bookkeeping tangled and your tax position unclear. CruseBurke can help with bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, Corporation Tax and VAT support where it applies, keeping records accurate and deadlines under control. Clear advice, transparent fees and support shaped around how your practice works.