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Accounts for Federal Contracting Compliance: Key Requirements and Recommendations

CPA Practice

By Jim Wesloh Navigating the challenging landscape of cost accounting within the framework of federal contracting requires an understanding of both the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). A sample chart of accounts for government contractors is available to download below.)

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How Government Contractors Can Master the Art of Timekeeping

CPA Practice

government contracts account for over $700 billion annually , a significant portion of which hinges on the ability for contractors to “establish and maintain an acceptable accounting system” which includes “timekeeping” and “labor distribution.” By Jim Wesloh U.S.

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Navigating Compliance and Contractor Business Systems

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If you receive federal awards, whether a grant or commercial contract, you are a government contractor and are subject to cost principles. As a result, you may be subject to cost accounting standards and acceptable business systems.