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Understanding the FAQs Related to Overhead Rate Audits for Growing A&E Firms

Cherry Bekaert

A: An independent third-party auditor typically conducts an overhead rate audit. The auditor should be a qualified accounting professional who is experienced in auditing overhead rates and familiar with the intricacies of A&E accounting. Q: Who conducts an overhead rate audit? Q: Why is a FAR overhead audit needed?

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Accountant Vs. Controller: What's the difference?

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What is an accountant? Non-controller accountants generally perform more straightforward accounting tasks than controllers. These responsibilities include internal reports, cost accounting, tax auditing, and cost accounting. Financial Expertise Controllers have more experience than accountants.

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Contractor Business Systems Series: Part 1 — The Ins and Outs of Government Contractor Accounting System Requirements

Cherry Bekaert

For a post-award audit, the government is looking to determine whether the accounting system currently complies with all DFARS criteria and whether the data provided by the accounting system is reliable for management purposes. How Should a Contractor Prepare for an Accounting System Audit?