Specialist Accountants for Opticians & Optometrists
Accountants for Opticians in Wythenshawe
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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 rarely fit a simple accounting mould. Combining professional services with retail sales, stock and clinical equipment means the numbers need careful separation, and the right treatment often depends on individual circumstances.
- Separating mixed income streams — Professional fees, spectacle sales and contact lens income can carry different accounting and VAT treatments, so they need clear separation.
- Stock and inventory control — Spectacle frames, lenses and contact lenses tie up money, and inaccurate stock records can distort reported margins and year-end figures.
- Equipment and practice costs — Testing equipment, practice premises, insurance and staff costs each need the correct treatment as allowable business expenses, not personal spending.
- VAT on mixed supplies — Professional services and optical goods can fall under different VAT rules, depending on the nature of each supply.
- Payroll and contractor payments — Practice staff, locums and associate optometrists are often engaged on different terms, affecting payroll, tax and record keeping.
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 handle the day-to-day accounting and tax work behind an optical business, from bookkeeping and Self Assessment to annual accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll and VAT support where it applies. Crucially, they understand that sight tests, spectacle sales and contact lens supply can be recorded and treated differently.
Independent opticians, self-employed optometrists, dispensing opticians, optical practice owners, partnerships, limited companies and locum or associate optometrists. The right support depends on how you are structured and where your income comes from, so requirements are reviewed individually rather than applied as a fixed package.
Yes. Self-employed optometrists, locums and dispensing opticians often need straightforward help with record keeping, allowable expenses and Self Assessment, including how income from different practices is reported. Because circumstances vary, we confirm the correct treatment for your situation rather than assuming a single approach.
Yes. We can keep bookkeeping in order, help you record stock such as frames, lenses and contact lenses sensibly, and prepare and file Self Assessment returns. Many optical professionals also want clarity on which equipment, travel and professional costs count as allowable business expenses.
Yes. Limited companies generally need annual accounts and a Corporation Tax calculation, and practices employing staff or engaging locums often need payroll support too. We can also consider director remuneration, dividends and other tax planning points where relevant, based on your own circumstances.
Possibly. VAT is not automatic and the rules are not simple: professional optical services and the goods a practice sells, such as spectacles and contact lenses, can have different VAT treatments depending on the nature of the supply. We can review your position and explain what applies to your business.
In most cases, yes. We can liaise about records and outstanding filings and help coordinate the changeover with your previous accountant, so the transition is straightforward. It also gives you a natural opportunity to review whether your current accounting support still matches how your practice operates.
Get in touch and tell us about your practice, your structure and the services you provide. We can then discuss which accounting and tax support is likely to be relevant, with clear fees and no hidden extras.