EOFY Payroll in Xero... Are You Sure It’s Right?
Before you click “Finalise” with the ATO, it’s worth making sure your payroll file has actually been reviewed properly.
EOFY payroll can look straightforward on the surface, but behind the scenes there are often issues small businesses don’t realise are there until it’s too late. Incorrect payroll categories, superannuation discrepancies, duplicate employee profiles, STP reporting errors, or leave balances that don’t reconcile properly can all create unnecessary stress during tax time.
At SM Consulting, we help business owners review their payroll with clarity and confidence before finalisation. Think of it as a professional EOFY health check for your Xero payroll file — a second set of experienced eyes helping you avoid problems before they become expensive or time-consuming to fix.
Because EOFY shouldn’t feel like guesswork.
Your Outsourced Finance Department
Through our Finance Team Model, businesses of any size can access a complete outsourced finance department without the cost of employing an internal finance team.
As the strategic leader of your finance function, Sarah Martin Consulting coordinates a network of specialised professionals, creating an extended finance team tailored to your needs.
This integrated approach allows your business to access services such as:
Bookkeeping and financial systems
Payroll management
Governance and financial oversight
Compliance coordination
BAS preparation and tax coordination
Insurance and risk advisory
Where services require formal lodgement under Australian taxation law, these are completed through a registered tax agent partner to ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements.
The structure is flexible, allowing you to add or scale services as your business grows.
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A Calm, Thorough Review Before You Finalise
Many business owners assume that because payroll has been “working” throughout the year, everything must be correct. Unfortunately, EOFY is often when hidden issues surface.
This service is designed to help you identify inconsistencies, reconcile your payroll properly, and ensure everything is aligned before lodging with the ATO. We carefully review your payroll data, employee records, superannuation figures, STP setup, payroll categories, and reporting to make sure nothing important has been overlooked.
If something doesn’t look right, we’ll explain it clearly and guide you through what needs to happen next.
No panic. No jargon. Just practical support from someone who understands the process.
What’s Included in Your EOFY Payroll Review
Your review is tailored to your business and payroll setup, but may include reconciliation checks, STP finalisation readiness, employee setup reviews, payroll category checks, superannuation reconciliation, leave balance reviews, and identification of any inconsistencies or risks within your Xero payroll file.
You’ll receive clear recommendations and practical guidance before finalisation, so you can move into EOFY with confidence.
Optional Support Services
If additional support is needed, we can also assist with payroll cleanup, bookkeeping support, Xero training, ongoing payroll management, superannuation troubleshooting, and improving your payroll processes moving forward.
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EOFY PAYROLL REVIEW PACKAGES
Every business and payroll setup is different, which is why our EOFY review packages are designed to be flexible depending on the size and complexity of your payroll file. Whether you simply need peace of mind before finalising or support cleaning up payroll issues, we can tailor the right level of support for your business. If you require something more customised, please get in touch for a personalised quote.
Xero Payroll EOFY Health Check
350$Up to 5 employeesValid for one month- Xero payroll EOFY review
- STP finalisation review
- Payroll settings review
- Employee setup spot checks
- Super reconciliation review
- PAYG/W1 review
- Payroll reconciliation checks
- EOFY summary report
- Recommendations only (not fixes)
Xero Payroll EOFY Health Check
550$6–15 employeesValid for one month- Xero payroll EOFY review
- STP finalisation review
- Payroll settings review
- Employee setup spot checks
- Super reconciliation review
- PAYG/W1 review
- Payroll reconciliation checks
- EOFY summary report
- Recommendations only (not fixes)
Xero Payroll EOFY Health Check
850$16–30 employeesValid for one month- Xero payroll EOFY review
- STP finalisation review
- Payroll settings review
- Employee setup spot checks
- Super reconciliation review
- PAYG/W1 review
- Payroll reconciliation checks
- EOFY summary report
- Recommendations only (not fixes)
Workers Compensation Actuals & Estimate
500$Already reviewing payroll? Let’s ensure your workers comp declarations are accurate too.Valid for one monthEmployee Compliance Review
500$Up to 3 employees. Additional employees: $100 + GST per employeeValid for one month- Award rate spot checks
- Contract review
- Payroll setup review
- Onboarding compliance review
- Position classification observations
- Recommendations report
