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 often combine clinical work, retail sales and stock-heavy operations, which can make bookkeeping, tax and VAT more complex than a straightforward professional service. The challenges below are common, but their impact depends on your structure, income and circumstances.
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 help optical professionals and practices with accounting, tax and compliance work. This can include bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll, VAT support where applicable and financial record keeping. The exact help depends on whether you are a sole trader, partner, limited company or practice owner.
They can support independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed optical professionals, optical practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. Different roles and business models have different accounting needs, so support should reflect how you earn income, whether you sell optical goods and how your business is structured.
Yes. Self-employed opticians and optometrists may need help with Self Assessment, bookkeeping, expense records and tax planning. If you also sell spectacles, contact lenses or other optical goods, your records may need to separate professional income from retail sales. The right approach depends on your circumstances and how you trade.
Optical practices may need bookkeeping, payroll, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, management accounts and VAT support where applicable. Stock records for frames, lenses and contact lenses can also matter. Not every practice needs every service; the right mix depends on your structure, income streams, staffing, equipment, premises and whether you supply optical goods.
Yes. Bookkeeping can help you track professional income, optical goods sales, supplier invoices, stock purchases and practice expenses. Self Assessment may be relevant if you are self-employed or a partner. The records and deadlines depend on your business structure and income, so the support should be tailored to your situation.
Optical stock such as frames, lenses and contact lenses should be recorded accurately to support cost of sales, margins and financial reporting. Business expenses, including equipment, premises and staff costs, should be kept with reliable records. The correct treatment depends on the expense, your accounting basis and whether items are stock, equipment or day-to-day costs.
Spectacles and contact lenses are generally recorded as goods or stock, with sales and costs tracked appropriately. VAT treatment can differ depending on the nature of each supply and the circumstances. Professional services and optical goods may not follow the same rules, so optical businesses should review their supplies carefully rather than assume one VAT treatment applies to everything.
Switching accountants can be straightforward, but the process depends on your current records, deadlines and business structure. It helps to have up-to-date bookkeeping and details of any ongoing tax or VAT matters. CruseBurke can discuss the handover and what information is needed before making the change.
