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Small Business Reality vs. DCAA Accounting System Expectations

Redstone Government Consulting

Every small business that receives a Federal Government cost reimbursable contract is expected, by the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), to have a “sound internal control environment, accounting framework, and organizational structure.”

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What Are The Cost Accounting Standards?

Capital Edge Consulting

In government contracting, maintaining a DCAA-approved accounting system is crucial. The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) enforces strict guidelines to ensure that contractors accounting systems meet the standards required for compliance. Key Takeaways: Overview of DCAA Approved Accounting System essentials.

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Understanding the Importance of a DCAA Approved Accounting System

Capital Edge Consulting

In government contracting, maintaining a DCAA-approved accounting system is crucial. The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) enforces strict guidelines to ensure that contractors’ accounting systems meet the standards required for compliance. Key Takeaways: Overview of DCAA Approved Accounting System essentials.

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Mastering Accounting for Unallowable Costs: A Guide to CAS 405 Compliance

Public Contracting Institute

Introduction to CAS 405 and Unallowable Costs In the complex world of government contracting, understanding and properly accounting for unallowable costs as per Cost Accounting Standard (CAS) 405 is crucial for success.

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Cost Accounting Standards - What Contractors Need to Know

Capital Edge Consulting

Labor is among the largest contract cost recorded to Government contracts. and determining whether adequate timekeeping practices and controls related to timekeeping are in place and working properly. Inadequate recordkeeping can lead to low rankings in an audit or even worse: loss of contract.

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Retired four-star admiral faces 30 years in prison on bribery charges

Federal News Network

62-year-old Robert Burke, a retired four-star admiral, is facing up to 30 years in prison for an alleged scheme to steer a government contract to a company in exchange for future employment. After requesting a withdrawal from their TSP account, users no longer have to wait 30 days to request a second withdrawal.

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Cost Accounting Standards Guide and CAS Requirements for Government Contractors

Capital Edge Consulting

Labor is among the largest contract cost recorded to Government contracts. and determining whether adequate timekeeping practices and controls related to timekeeping are in place and working properly. Inadequate recordkeeping can lead to low rankings in an audit or even worse: loss of contract.