Specialist Accountants for Opticians & Optometrists
Accountants for Opticians in Tonbridge
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Optical Professionals and Practices We Support
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
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 often combine clinical work with retail, which is why the numbers can get complicated. Professional fees, goods, stock, equipment and staffing all behave differently, and each can affect how your accounts and tax position are put together.
- Mixed Income Streams – Professional fees from eye examinations, dispensing income and contact lens payments need to be recorded separately so your reporting stays accurate throughout the year.
- Stock and Inventory – Frames, lenses and contact lenses tie up money in stock, so consistent records help with purchases, wastage and year-end valuations.
- Equipment and Practice Costs – Diagnostic instruments, testing equipment, premises costs and professional indemnity cover can be claimed where they meet the relevant rules.
- VAT on Mixed Supplies – Different supplies can have different VAT treatments, so the position depends on the nature of each supply and your business circumstances.
- Payroll and Staff – Employed optometrists, dispensing opticians, reception staff and locum payments each need the correct treatment through payroll and reporting.
Why Specialist Accounting Support Matters for Optical Businesses
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
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 for Optical Practices
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 look after the accounting and tax side of an optical business or an individual optical professional. That can include bookkeeping, Self Assessment, annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support, with records structured around professional fees and the optical goods you supply.
They work with independent opticians, optometrists, dispensing opticians, self-employed optical professionals, practice owners and limited companies. The right approach depends on how you are structured and how you earn income, so support is tailored rather than applied in the same way to every practice.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists and dispensing opticians often need straightforward bookkeeping, expense records and Self Assessment support, while those combining employed and self-employed work may face additional reporting considerations. It is worth clarifying what applies to your own circumstances.
It varies. An independent practice selling spectacles and contact lenses may need stock records, payroll, annual accounts and VAT support, while a smaller operation may need little more than bookkeeping and Self Assessment. The appropriate services depend on your income streams, staffing and business structure.
Stock such as frames, lenses and contact lenses should be recorded consistently so purchases, cost of sales and year-end valuations are accurate. Business expenses, including equipment, premises costs and professional fees, should be kept with supporting records, which helps avoid a muddled picture at year end.
Possibly. VAT depends on the nature of each supply and your business circumstances. Professional optical services and goods such as spectacles and contact lenses can be treated differently, and registration rules apply, so it is worth reviewing your position rather than assuming.
Yes. Optical professionals and practices often change accountants when their circumstances shift or they want clearer support. We can talk through your current arrangements and what information would be needed to take things over, depending on your individual situation.