DCAA Accounting & Compliance for Cincinnati Government Contractors

Federal contracts require more than standard bookkeeping—Cincinnati defense and government contractors need specialized, audit-ready accounting. A.L. Schmidt CPA delivers DCAA compliance, SF 1408 system setup, indirect rate design, and ongoing support for contractors in Downtown, Blue Ash, Mason, West Chester, Sharonville, Tri-County, and across Northern Kentucky.

Upgrade from basic accounting to a GovCon-ready system. Our senior CPAs provide end-to-end compliance—from cost pool setup to incurred cost submission—ensuring you meet DCAA, FAR, and CAS requirements before and after you land federal work.

Who We Help

  • Defense and government contractors in the Cincinnati metro
  • Companies scaling up to take on T&M, cost-plus, or fixed-price federal contracts
  • Subcontractors, engineering firms, and technology businesses
  • Firms in Blue Ash, Mason, West Chester, Sharonville, and Northern Kentucky

We serve clients throughout SW Ohio, with continuity for businesses operating between Cincinnati and Dayton.

DCAA & GovCon Services for Cincinnati

  • SF 1408 “adequate accounting system” survey prep and documentation
  • FAR Part 31 cost accounting and indirect rate structure
  • Incurred cost submission (ICE) preparation and support
  • Audit support—readiness, documentation, and DCAA responses
  • Practical guidance for every contract type: T&M, cost-plus, fixed-price
  • Business tax, compliance, and controller/CFO advisory for scaling firms

Why DCAA Support Matters

DCAA publishes clear checklists (SF 1408, ICE) to define “adequate” systems and allowables:

  • Job cost tracking, indirect rate segregation, and timekeeping are non-negotiable

  • We turn checklists into implemented, documented systems—so you’re ready before the audit letter arrives

  • You get policies, workflows, and answers—no chasing ambiguity or compliance surprises

  • Senior CPAs lead every engagement—no personal tax prep, no generic volume shop approach
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  • Is there a DCAA compliance CPA near Cincinnati?

    Yes—A.L. Schmidt CPA serves contractors throughout the Cincinnati metro, with a focus on DCAA, FAR, and CAS compliance and ongoing support.

  • Who can help a contractor set up an adequate accounting system?

    We can. Our team builds, documents, and supports DCAA-compliant systems for contractors taking on federal work in SW Ohio.

  • Do you support GovCon accounting for companies between Cincinnati and Dayton?

    Absolutely. Our services are built for contractors with multi-site or regional operations—continuity and expertise wherever you grow.

  • Can you prepare incurred cost submissions and help respond to DCAA questions?

    Yes—we prepare ICE packages, guide documentation, and support clients through every step of DCAA audits or reviews.

  • What makes you different from volume tax shops?

    Our business-only, GovCon-specialist model means every engagement is led by senior CPAs with deep FAR/DCAA expertise. We don’t do personal tax prep, and we never treat clients like just another number.