SMBAccountant

DECEMBER 2, 2020

Many small business government contractors are exempt from complying with cost accounting standards (CAS) and defined by the code of federal regulations (CFR). However, compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) is required. What exactly is GAAP?

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Cherry Bekaert

JUNE 25, 2024

Contributors: Jeffrey Annessa , Artan Ivezaj Government contracts often come with specific requirements, conditions and regulations. Among those regulations are the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), which are one of the most common challenges faced by emerging government contractors. Why Does CAS Exist?

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Cherry Bekaert

AUGUST 22, 2024

Contributor: John Ford In June 2024, the Cost Accounting Standards Board (CASB) published three significant actions in the Federal Register. Section 820 of Public Law 114-328 directed the Board to conform CAS to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to the maximum extent practicable.

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 31, 2024

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). Direct costs 6. Liabilities 3. Owners’ equity 4. Fringe benefits 7.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2023

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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Cherry Bekaert

JUNE 27, 2024

In Part 1 of our series on Contractor Business Systems, we explore the requirements for a government-approved adequate accounting system as outlined in DFARS 252.242-7006 and required by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 16.301-3 in the award of a cost-reimbursable type contract.

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Cherry Bekaert

MAY 9, 2024

For many architecture and engineering (A&E) firms, overhead rate audits are a critical aspect of financial management since they can be a great way for firms to recoup incurred costs necessary to run their business from the government. Overhead rate audits can put you in a better position to win contracts.

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