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 blend clinical work with retail, and that combination creates accounting questions a generalist accountant may not spot. The challenges below come up regularly for opticians, optometrists and dispensing opticians.
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 accounting, tax and compliance work that optical professionals and practices need, including bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where it applies. Just as importantly, they help separate professional income from optical goods sales so reporting reflects how the business actually operates.
Support can cover independent opticians, self-employed optometrists, dispensing opticians, locums, practice owners, partnerships and limited companies running one or more optical sites. The work involved differs depending on how each professional earns income, what goods are sold and how the business is structured.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists and locums usually need Self Assessment, help with record keeping and guidance on allowable expenses, while those considering incorporation may want advice on moving to a limited company. The right approach depends on your income, contracts and personal circumstances.
It varies. Many practices need bookkeeping, payroll, annual accounts and Corporation Tax support alongside VAT guidance where it applies, while others mainly need help with stock records, equipment costs and management information. Not every practice requires every service, so requirements are agreed around how you operate.
Sales of spectacles and contact lenses are business income and need to be recorded accurately, alongside the cost of frames, lenses and stock. How they are treated for VAT depends on the nature of the supply and the circumstances of the business, so it should be reviewed rather than assumed.
Possibly. Optical businesses may make a mix of supplies — professional services and optical goods such as spectacles and contact lenses — and these can carry different VAT treatments depending on the nature of each supply. Whether registration is required depends on your turnover and circumstances.
Yes. Payroll support can cover practice employees, whether that includes optical staff, reception or clinical teams, including pay, deductions and reporting obligations. If you use self-employed associates or locum optometrists, their status and payment arrangements should be reviewed carefully.
Yes. Changing accountant is usually straightforward, and the process generally involves confirming the change, gathering your records and ensuring ongoing filings continue without gaps. We can talk through what is needed and how the handover works for your practice or business.
