As 30 June approaches, EOFY can quickly shift from “something on the horizon” to a last-minute scramble. Between managing patients, supporting your team and keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly, it’s easy for important financial and business tasks to slip down the list.

The good news? A little preparation now can make EOFY conversations far less stressful later.

Here are six practical steps to help your dental practice feel organised, confident and ready for EOFY.

1. Review your practice finances

Start by taking a clear look at your current financial position.

This could include:

✅Outstanding invoices

✅Cash flow

✅Upcoming expenses

✅Practice performance over the past 12 months

Understanding where your practice stands now can help you have more productive conversations with your accountant or adviser before 30 June arrives.

2. Check your equipment and technology needs

EOFY is often a natural time to assess whether your current equipment, software or technology is still meeting your practice’s needs.

Ask yourself:

✅Is there equipment due for replacement?

✅Are there systems slowing your team down?

✅Could new technology improve efficiency or patient experience?

Planning ahead now can help you make more informed investment decisions.

3. Organise your records and paperwork

No one wants to spend EOFY searching through emails and folders.

Take time to tidy up:

✅Receipts and invoices

✅Payroll records

✅Insurance documents

✅Supplier agreements

✅Expense tracking

Keeping everything organised now can save time, reduce stress and help avoid last-minute surprises.

4. Review your team and staffing needs

EOFY is also a good opportunity to reflect on your team structure and workload.

Consider:

✅Upcoming leave plans

✅Staffing gaps or recruitment needs

✅Professional development opportunities

✅Team wellbeing and morale

Small adjustments now can help set your practice up for a smoother second half of the year.

5. Check your insurance and risk protection

Your practice may have changed significantly over the past year — which means your insurance cover may need reviewing too.

✅Take time to assess:

✅Professional indemnity cover

✅Business insurance

✅Cyber protection

✅Income protection or life insurance

Making sure your policies still align with your current setup can provide peace of mind moving forward.

6. Set goals for the year ahead

EOFY isn’t just about wrapping up the past financial year — it’s also a chance to look ahead.

Think about:

✅What worked well this year

✅What you’d like to improve

✅Growth opportunities for your practice

✅Personal and professional goals

A clear direction can help you enter the new financial year with focus and confidence.

Finish the financial year feeling prepared

EOFY doesn’t need to feel overwhelming. By taking a few proactive steps now, you can reduce stress, improve clarity and set your practice up for a stronger start to the new financial year.

Because good EOFY preparation isn’t just about ticking boxes — it’s about creating confidence in where your practice is headed next.

Need support getting EOFY-ready?
Grow Community members can access trusted partners across finance, insurance, legal and practice support to help make EOFY planning feel a little less overwhelming — and a lot more manageable.

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