Specialist Accountants for Opticians & Optometrists

Accountants for Opticians in Shoreham

CruseBurke provides practical accounting and tax support for opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians and optical businesses, with clear, transparent guidance tailored to how you work.

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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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Matthew Lyon
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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, including independent optical practices, optometrists providing clinical eye care, dispensing opticians supplying and fitting spectacles, self-employed locums and practice owners with staff, premises and stock to manage. Accounting requirements differ depending on how you operate and how income is earned. A self-employed optometrist working as a sole trader has very different reporting needs from a partnership or a limited company employing several staff. Income may also come from eye examinations, contact lens fittings or retail sales of frames and lenses, and each stream needs to be recorded properly.

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

Support from Accountants for Opticians is rarely just about one set of accounts. Depending on how you are structured, that might include bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll for practice staff, management accounts and tax planning, plus VAT support where it applies to your supplies. For an optical practice, the detail matters: professional income from eye examinations sits alongside sales of spectacles, contact lenses and other optical goods, while stock, testing equipment, premises costs and staff wages all affect the figures. We can help keep financial records in order, monitor cash flow, and advise on the most suitable business structure. The right mix of services depends on your 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 sit somewhere between a professional service and a retail operation, which is where the accounting complications usually begin. Multiple income streams, stock, equipment and mixed supplies all need to be recorded accurately and consistently.

  • Mixed income streams — Professional fees from eye examinations, contact lens fittings and retail sales of frames and lenses behave differently, so they need to be tracked separately.
  • Stock and inventory — Frames, lenses, contact lenses and solutions tie up cash, and poor stock records distort margins and year-end figures.
  • Equipment and practice costs — Testing equipment, fitting instruments, leasehold improvements and premises costs often need to be treated differently in the accounts.
  • Payroll and associate arrangements — Practice staff, locums and associate optometrists can be engaged in different ways, each with different tax and payroll consequences.
  • VAT on mixed supplies — Professional services and supplies of spectacles, contact lenses and other optical goods can be treated differently for VAT, depending on each supply.

Why Specialist Accounting Support Matters for Optical Businesses

Optical businesses rarely fit a single template. A dispensing optician running a small practice has a different financial picture again. An optometrist working alone may earn professional fees from eye examinations and contact lens aftercare, while an independent practice also carries stock, equipment and premises costs on top. Because you may supply goods as well as professional services, your bookkeeping, expenses and tax administration can look quite different from a business that only sells time and expertise. Support that understands those differences helps keep records clean, separates income streams sensibly, and makes payroll, VAT and year-end reporting less of a scramble.

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 approach is straightforward. The first step is to understand how your optical business or professional work is set up, then identify the accounting and tax requirements that actually apply to you, and finally provide ongoing support as things change and the practice develops. Tell Us About Your Business — We look at your services, structure, income streams, optical goods or stock and the records you already keep, so the picture is complete. Review Your Accounting Needs — From there, the relevant requirements are identified, whether that means bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll or VAT support where it applies. Receive Ongoing Support — Support then continues at a level that suits you, adapting as your practice grows, your income changes or your structure develops over time.

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 Around Optical Practices

Optical practices bring a particular mix of professional income, retail sales and clinical overheads, so accounting support works best when it is shaped around that reality. That might mean keeping professional fees and sales of spectacles or contact lenses clearly separated, recording stock and equipment correctly, and making sure payroll for practice staff is handled on time. Financial records need to stand up to scrutiny, whether you are a sole trader, a partnership or a limited company. Where VAT applies to your supplies, the treatment of services and goods can differ, so it is worth reviewing how each is classified.

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

They handle the accounting and tax work that optical professionals and practices need, including bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where it applies. The aim is to keep your financial records accurate, your reporting on time and your tax position clearly understood.

Independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed locums, practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. Because these roles and structures differ — clinically and financially — the support is shaped around how you actually work and earn income rather than applied in the same way to everyone.

Yes. Sole traders and self-employed professionals typically need help with record keeping, expenses, Self Assessment and payments on account. Where income comes from a mix of locum work, examinations and product sales, separating those streams properly makes the figures far easier to manage.

It depends on the practice. Many need bookkeeping, payroll, management accounts and annual accounts, along with Corporation Tax or Self Assessment depending on structure, plus VAT support if their supplies require it. Stock, equipment and premises costs also need to be recorded in a way that reflects the business accurately.

They are usually recorded as trading stock or sales of goods, separate from professional fees earned from examinations or fittings. Accurate recording matters because it affects turnover, gross margin, the stock valuation at year end and potentially the VAT treatment of each individual supply.

They may. Professional optical services and the supply of optical goods such as spectacles and contact lenses can carry different VAT treatments, and the position depends on the nature of each supply and the circumstances of the business. Registration thresholds and any exemptions also need checking individually.

Yes. We can take over the records you already hold, confirm what remains outstanding and continue the necessary reporting. Having recent accounts, tax returns and bookkeeping to hand helps, though gaps in the records can normally be worked through where needed.

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Need Accountants for Opticians in Shoreham Who Understand Your Business?

If stock, mixed income streams or VAT on optical supplies are making your accounts harder to manage, CruseBurke can help. From bookkeeping and Self Assessment to annual accounts, Corporation Tax and payroll, support is built around how optical practices actually trade, with clear fees and no hidden surprises.