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 rarely fit a single mould. Professional income, retail sales of optical goods, stock, equipment and staff costs all interact, and the accounting treatment of each can vary depending on how the practice is structured and what it supplies.
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 and tax work that optical professionals and practices need, which may include bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support. The aim is to keep records accurate, deadlines met and the financial picture clear, with advice shaped around how your optical business operates.
Accountants for Opticians can support self-employed optometrists, dispensing opticians, independent opticians, optical practice owners, partnerships, limited companies and other optical businesses. Because these roles and structures differ, the scope of support is agreed around your own circumstances rather than a fixed package.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists and locum opticians often need help with Self Assessment, recording income and claiming allowable expenses such as professional fees, equipment and travel between practices. Sole traders and partnerships are supported too, with records kept in a way that makes the annual return straightforward.
Yes, where you trade through a limited company. That typically involves preparing annual accounts, calculating Corporation Tax and keeping records that support the figures. The exact position depends on your company's income, expenses and structure, so it is always reviewed individually.
Stock such as frames, lenses and contact lenses should be recorded consistently, so purchases, sales and stock on hand are reflected accurately in your accounts. Business expenses such as equipment, premises costs, staff wages and professional fees should be kept with supporting records, as what is allowable depends on your circumstances.
It depends on the business. Registration thresholds, turnover and the nature of each supply all matter. Professional optical services and optical goods can be treated differently for VAT, and mixed supplies often need closer review, so treatment should be checked against your own circumstances rather than assumed.
Switching accountants can usually be arranged without disruption. Once your current position and records are understood, the relevant accounting and tax work can be taken over, though the details depend on your existing arrangements and upcoming deadlines.
Getting started begins with a conversation about your work, your structure and what you need help with, whether that is bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, payroll or VAT support. From there, the appropriate services and next steps can be confirmed.
