Essential information this EOFY
End of financial year doesn't have to be stressful. Get ahead with our EOFY hub which has everything you need to help make your EOFY good busy. Here you’ll find out about what’s changing on 1 July, key dates, handy links to help with EOFY tasks, helpful training and more.
Important tasks:
Tasks you must complete each EOFY include, but are not limited to:
- Record-keeping and administration
- Identifying the tax deductions and concessions you can claim
- Making sure you're up-to-date with tax and compliance changes
- Reviewing your finances
- Checking your insurances
For more information, take a look at the business.gov.au EOFY resources.
Compliance changes in the 2022-23 Financial Year:
- Removal of the $450 monthly earnings threshold for employees to be eligible to receive super.
- Increase of the superannuation guarantee rate (the minimum super amount an employer needs to pay to all eligible employees) from 10% to 10.5%.
- Tax tables are automatically updated for the new payroll year.
For more information about superannuation rates and thresholds, visit this ATO page.
These changes will be ready in your MYOB software from 1 July 2022 to help make payroll compliance changes easier to manage.
Preparing for end of financial year in your MYOB software
To keep EOFY simple, it's a good idea to take a few moments to make sure your accounts are in order, and that everything's ready for your accountant at tax time.
We’ve collated a list of EOFY tasks with handy links to show you how to complete them in your MYOB software.
For additional assistance, speak with your accountant or bookkeeper.
Note: some of these tasks may not apply to your business.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to update my software at the end of financial year?
MYOB Business is automatically updated at the end of financial year, so all your tax rates are always up to date and accurate.
How do I change the superannuation guarantee rate?
The minimum super guarantee rate will increase to 10.5% from 1 July 2022. We’ve created a new setting in your superannuation pay item that updates the rate automatically in line with the legislation.
Any super guarantee pay items set to 10-10.5% of Gross Wages have been automatically updated for you to the new setting after your first pay run with a payment date on or after 1 July 2022. Super guarantee pay items with any other settings have not been changed and may need to be manually updated Understand your next steps.
How do I remove the $450 super guarantee threshold?
Due to a super guarantee legislation change, the $450 threshold will be removed from 1 July 2022. There's nothing you need to do in MYOB Business, the $450 super earnings threshold is automatically removed from super calculations for pays dated 1 July onwards. Learn more
What do I need to do for Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting?
Each end of financial year you need to finalise your payroll information with the ATO by 31 July via the Single Touch Payroll finalisation process. Read more about End of year finalisation with Single Touch Payroll reporting.
What super rate do I use for pays that span payroll years?
If you're processing a pay that includes dates in June and July, the applicable super guarantee rate is based on the date of payment.
For example:
- If the payment date is June 30 or earlier, the super guarantee rate for that pay should be 10%.
- If the payment date is July 1 or later, the super guarantee rate for that pay should be 10.5%.
When can I transition to Single Touch Payroll (STP) Phase 2?
MYOB Business is ready for STP Phase 2 reporting. Start planning when and how your business will transition now. We’ve obtained a deferral from the ATO, so you have until 1 January 2023 to start reporting via STP Phase 2. Learn more
What if I've moved to STP Phase 2 without considering terminated and inactive employees?
If you've already moved to STP Phase 2 but you didn't complete the above process for terminated and inactive employees (who you've paid in the current payroll year), you'll need to complete the tasks outlined in this help article.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to update my software at the end of financial year?
MYOB Essentials is automatically updated at the end of financial year, so all your tax rates are always up to date and accurate.
How do I change the superannuation guarantee rate?
On 1 July 2022, the superannuation guarantee contribution rate will increase from 10% to 10.5%. This is the minimum super amount you must pay all eligible employees from 1 July 2022. If an employee's superannuation guarantee rate is set to 10% as of 30 June 2022, it'll automatically update to 10.5% from 1 July onwards. If their rate is not set to 10% as of June 30, you'll need to manually update it.
Before processing any pay for the new payroll year, we recommend checking each employee's superannuation guarantee rate to make sure it's set correctly. Find out how to check or change your super guarantee rate.
What do I need to do for Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting?
Each end of financial year you need to finalise your payroll information with the ATO by 31 July via the Single Touch Payroll finalisation process. Read more about End of year finalisation with Single Touch Payroll reporting.
What super rate do I use for pays that span payroll years?
If you're processing a pay that includes dates in June and July, the applicable super guarantee rate is based on the date of payment.
For example:
- If the payment date is June 30 or earlier, the super guarantee rate for that pay should be 10%.
- If the payment date is July 1 or later, the super guarantee rate for that pay should be 10.5%.
When can I transition to Single Touch Payroll (STP) Phase 2?
Your MYOB Essentials will be upgraded to a new platform in 2022, where you can begin your transition to STP Phase 2. MYOB has obtained a deferral to 1 January 2023 allowing you time to make the move. We’ll keep you informed on the status of your upgrade, but in the meantime you can find out more about these changes.
How do I remove the $450 super guarantee threshold?
Due to a super guarantee legislation change, the $450 threshold will be removed from 1 July 2022. There's nothing you need to do in MYOB Essentials, the $450 super earnings threshold is automatically removed from super calculations for pays dated 1 July onwards. Learn more.
Help articles
End of period tasks
End of financial year tasks
Preparation for FY 2022-23
Frequently asked questions
When is the compliance update available?
As long as you’re on the latest version of MYOB AccountRight, your tax tables will be updated automatically. The right tax tables will be used based on the pay date. If you process a pay on June 30, the 2021-22 tax tables will be used. Process a pay on July 1 and the 2022-23 tax tables will apply.
How do I change the superannuation guarantee rate?
The minimum super guarantee rate will increase to 10.5% from 1 July 2022. We’ve created a new setting in your superannuation pay item that updates the rate automatically in line with the legislation.
Any super guarantee pay items set to 10-10.5% of Gross Wages have been automatically updated for you to the new setting after your first pay run with a payment date on or after 1 July 2022. Super guarantee pay items with any other settings have not been changed and may need to be manually updated. Understand your next steps.
How to I remove the $450 super guarantee threshold?
Due to a super guarantee legislation change, the $450 threshold will be removed from 1 July 2022. There's nothing you need to do in AccountRight, the $450 super earnings threshold is automatically removed from super calculations for pays dated 1 July onwards. Learn more
How do I update my software to the latest version?
If your file is online and using the latest version, AccountRight will update automatically. To see how to install the latest version, check out Getting the latest version.
Do I need to close my payroll year?
In AccountRight, there’s no need to close (roll over) the payroll year. This also means you can make adjustments in the previous payroll year.
What do I need to do for Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting?
Each end of financial year you need to finalise your payroll information with the ATO by 31 July via the Single Touch Payroll finalisation process. Read more about End of year finalisation with Single Touch Payroll reporting.
What super rate do I use for pays that span payroll years?
If you're processing a pay that includes dates in June and July, the applicable super guarantee rate is based on the date of payment.
For example:
- If the payment date is June 30 or earlier, the super guarantee rate for that pay should be 10%.
- If the payment date is July 1 or later, the super guarantee rate for that pay should be 10.5%.
When can I transition to Single Touch Payroll (STP) Phase 2?
MYOB Business is ready for STP Phase 2 reporting. Start planning when and how your business will transition now. We’ve obtained a deferral from the ATO, so you have until 1 January 2023 to start reporting via STP Phase 2. Learn more
What if I've moved to STP Phase 2 without considering terminated and inactive employees?
If you've already moved to STP Phase 2 but you didn't complete the above process for terminated and inactive employees (who you've paid in the current payroll year), you'll need to complete the tasks outlined in this help article.
Help articles
End of period tasks
End of financial year tasks
Preparation for FY 2022-23
Important tax time dates and deadlines
15 May
Acing it!
On this day in 1987, tennis champion Andy Murray was born in Glasgow, Scotland. Andy has won three Grand Slam singles titles, two at Wimbledon (2013 and 2016) and one at the US Open (2012). Think like Andy and make sure you keep your eye on the ball this tax time!
Checklist
- Lodge 2021 tax returns for all entities that did not have to lodge earlier (including all remaining consolidated groups), and are not eligible for the 5 June concession.
- Due date for companies and super funds to pay if required.
21 May
Aussie Aussie Aussie!
It’s Federal Election Day! After you tick off your tax tasks, make sure you take a sec to have your say in who will become the next leader of our great country, home of Vegemite, fairy bread and budgie smugglers.
Checklist
- Lodge and pay April 2022 monthly Business Activity Statement (BAS).
- Lodge and pay 2021-22 Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) annual return if lodging by paper.
28 May
Make that a double
Did you know that the United States has a National Burger Day? Did you also know that it’s today? Never has there been a better excuse to grab yourself one as a reward for getting your tax tasks done! Triple cheese, anyone?
Checklist
- Lodge and pay quarter 3, 2021–22 Superannuation guarantee charge statement if you did not pay enough contributions on time.
05 June
Get curious
If you were born today, that makes you a Gemini. Geminis are known for being curious and adaptable, but also for being inconsistent and indecisive. Now is a good time to get curious: make sure you have had all your tax-related questions answered, and avoid being indecisive!
Checklist
- Lodge 2021-22 tax returns with a lodgement due date of 15 May 2022 if the tax return is not required earlier and meets criteria.
- Lodge 2021-22 tax returns due for individuals and trusts with a lodgement due date of 15 May 2022 provided they also pay any liability due by this date.
21 June
Brrrrrr
Feel that? The chill of winter is here, and so is the winter solstice, which falls between 21 and 23 June. This is the day that has the least daylight hours of any other day of the year. Make the most of it: pack it in early (provided that you’ve done your BAS), grab yourself a tea and snuggle up.
Checklist
- Lodge and pay May 2022 monthly Business Activity Statement (BAS).
30 June
It’s actually the end of the financial year!
So you’ve heard all of the ads about EOFY for weeks now, but finally, it really is the end. Pat yourself on the back: you’ve probably gotten all the hard stuff done (if you followed our trusty advice). It’s time to forget about tax and relax to the max.
Checklist
- Super guarantee contributions must be received by your employees' fund by this date to qualify for a tax deduction in the 2021–22 financial year
- Complete a stocktake if you have inventory.
01 July
Happy New (Financial) Year!
The countdown begins for tax returns. The deadline for most returns is October 21, however your tax accountant may be able to organise a later filing date depending on your business needs.
Checklist
- You can lodge your individual tax return from today until 31 October if you're preparing it yourself.
- Compliance changes of tax tables, superannuation guarantee increase to 10.5% and removeable of $450 threshold.
14 July
Vive la France!
Today is Bastille Day, the national day of France. What better time to have a croissant and make sure your employees have their payment summaries?
Checklist
- End of year finalisation with Single Touch Payroll reporting. Send employee income statements to myGov.
21 July
The Eagle has landed!
Today marks 52 years since Neil Armstrong set foot on the moon. What firsts will you check off today?
Checklist
- Lodge and pay Payroll Tax.
28 July
Back from the dead...
On this day in 1932, the first feature-length zombie film, 'White Zombie', was released in New York City. Think of all the zombie films and TV shows released since then! If you're feeling like a zombie after EOFY, now's a great time to take a break!
Checklist
- Make super guarantee contributions for Quarter 4 (Apr-Jun) of the 2021–22 financial year.
28 August
A delicious pivot
Did you know Worcestershire Sauce was invented by a pair of pharmacists? John Lea and William Perrins cooked up the condiment in their lab on this day in 1837, which indirectly led to the establishment of a research lab at Oxford University and the creation of the Bloody Mary cocktail.
Checklist
- Lodge Taxable Payments Annual Report (TPAR).
31 October
Nothing scarier than overdue paperwork!
Boo! Today is Halloween, a day celebrated in many different ways but best known for ghost costumes and copious amounts of sugar. It's also the tax return lodgement deadline!
Checklist
- Final date to lodge tax return.
- Lodge Annual GST return.
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This list is a guide only. For more information, visit the ATO website.
Looking for advice on tax payment and lodging? Speak to an accountant or bookkeeper.
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