The End of Financial Year Checklist Every Business Owner Needs

Whether you’re a sole trader, small business, or growing company, getting your books in order before 30 June is key to staying compliant, minimising tax, and setting yourself up for a strong new financial year.

At Finestream Accounting, we’re here to make the process simpler, clearer, and less stressful. So we’ve pulled together a practical EOFY checklist to help you wrap things up the right way and avoid any last-minute surprises.

EOFY checklist

Here’s your go-to EOFY checklist to help you finish the year strong and step into FY26 with confidence.

✅ Meet with Your Accountant

Talk through your tax planning and business goals before 30 June — and make sure you action the outcomes. A strategy without follow-through doesn’t move the needle.

✅ Chase Outstanding Payments

Follow up on any invoices still unpaid and confirm you’ve paid your own suppliers. Keep cash flow clean going into the new year.

✅ Reconcile and Review Accounts

Now’s the time to double-check that everything balances. Review your P&L, balance sheet, and ensure all accounts are up to date.

✅ Evaluate Your Expenses

Are you getting value for money across the board? Cancel what’s no longer relevant and think smart about recurring costs.

✅ Consider Asset Purchases

If you’re eligible for the instant asset write-off, think about any big-ticket purchases your business genuinely needs.

✅ Do a Stocktake

A 30 June stocktake helps keep your inventory accurate and ensures you’re not holding onto outdated or obsolete items.

✅ Prepare for EOFY Reporting

Make sure you’re across all reporting requirements:

  • Single Touch Payroll (STP) finalisation
  • Payroll Tax annual returns
  • TPAR (if applicable)
  • Any other compliance obligations

✅ Finalise Trust Resolutions

If you operate through a trust, ensure all resolutions are signed and align with your tax plan.

✅ Confirm Your Tax Agent Is Registered

Make sure your accountant or advisor is registered with the Tax Practitioners Board (like us!).

✅ Look Ahead: Set Goals

What are you aiming for in the new financial year? Define your business goals and map out how you’ll track and achieve them.

✅ Create a Budget for FY26

A budget aligned with your goals is one of the most powerful tools in your business toolkit. It keeps you focused and in control.

Need help applying
this to your situation?

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If you’re wondering how this relates to your goals, get in touch, we’ll walk you through it.

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