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 professional services with the sale of goods, which can make bookkeeping, tax and VAT more involved than a purely service-based practice. The challenges below are common, but their impact depends on your 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 provide accounting and tax support for optical professionals and businesses. This can include bookkeeping, annual accounts, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where applicable. The work is tailored to income from professional services and sales of optical goods, so records reflect how your practice operates.
They can support independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed optical professionals, optical practice owners, partnerships and limited companies. The exact support depends on how you are structured, how you earn income and whether you sell spectacles, contact lenses or other optical goods.
Yes. Self-employed opticians and optometrists often need help with Self Assessment, income and expense records, and tax planning. If you also sell optical goods, bookkeeping may need to separate professional fees from retail sales. The right approach depends on your circumstances and how your income is generated.
Optical practices may need bookkeeping, payroll, management accounts, annual accounts and Corporation Tax support, depending on their structure. Practices selling spectacles, contact lenses or other goods may also need stock records and VAT guidance where applicable. Not every practice requires every service, so the mix should reflect your business.
Yes. Bookkeeping can help track professional income, optical goods sales, stock, equipment and practice costs. Self Assessment support is relevant for sole traders, partners and some directors or individuals with additional income. Clear records make it easier to complete returns accurately, though the exact requirements depend on your personal and business circumstances.
Some do. VAT treatment can differ between professional optical services and supplies of spectacles, contact lenses or other goods, so it depends on the nature of each supply and your business circumstances. Registration and reporting obligations also depend on turnover and other factors. VAT support can help you record and treat mixed supplies correctly.
Yes, switching accountants is usually a straightforward process. It helps to have recent accounts, tax returns and bookkeeping records available so your position can be reviewed. CruseBurke can discuss your optical business, identify relevant services and explain the next steps without unnecessary complexity.
Getting started begins with a conversation about your optical work, business structure, income streams and accounting needs. You can share what you do, whether you are self-employed, in a partnership or running a limited company, and any concerns about bookkeeping, tax or VAT. Appropriate support can then be discussed.
