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 deal with a mix of professional fees, product sales, stock and equipment, which can make bookkeeping and tax more involved than it first appears. These are the challenges that tend to come up most often.
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 look after the financial and tax side of an optical business. That can include bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where applicable, along with advice on how professional income and sales of optical goods should be recorded.
Support is available to independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed optical professionals, practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. The right approach depends on how you trade, how income is earned and whether you also supply spectacles, contact lenses and other optical goods.
Yes. Self-employed opticians, locums and optometrists often need help with record keeping, allowable expenses and Self Assessment. Because income may come from several sources, such as practice sessions and eyewear sales, keeping clear records through the year usually makes the tax return far more straightforward.
It varies. Some practices mainly need bookkeeping, payroll and annual accounts, while others also want management accounts, tax planning or VAT support. Services should reflect your structure, staffing, stock levels and mix of professional services and optical goods rather than following a fixed package.
Stock such as frames, lenses and contact lenses should be recorded accurately, with purchases and sales matched as closely as possible. Equipment, premises costs, professional fees and staff wages are usually treated as business expenses, but the correct treatment depends on your circumstances and how items are used.
VAT can be relevant, and the treatment is not always straightforward. Professional optical services and supplies of spectacles, contact lenses and other optical goods can be treated differently, and the position depends on the nature of each supply, your turnover and your circumstances. Specialist advice is worth taking before assuming an outcome.
Yes. If you employ optometrists, dispensing opticians, optical assistants or reception staff, payroll support can cover wages, deductions and reporting obligations. Where you engage self-employed practitioners or locums, it is worth reviewing those arrangements, as the tax treatment depends on the working relationship.
Yes, switching is usually a straightforward process. Once you get in touch, the practical steps such as transferring records and confirming details with your existing accountant can be discussed, so the transition causes as little disruption as possible to your optical practice.
