DCAA Accounting & Compliance for Dayton Government Contractors

Serving Dayton’s defense contractors—including Wright-Patterson AFB, Beavercreek, Fairborn, and beyond—A.L. Schmidt CPA is the local GovCon specialist for DCAA compliance, SF 1408 system setup, indirect rate structuring, and audit support. Work with senior CPAs who know FAR, DCAA, and CAS inside-out.

Don’t leave compliance to chance. Our boutique firm delivers direct, senior-level attention—no junior handoffs, no generic “tax shop” approach. We guide Dayton contractors through DCAA requirements so you can pass audits, secure contracts, and keep your business moving forward.

Who We Help

  • Defense and aerospace contractors near Wright-Patterson AFB

  • Tech, engineering, and professional service firms on federal contracts

  • Local businesses pursuing cost-type or reimbursable government work


  • Companies needing ongoing support with cost accounting, indirect rates, and DCAA audits


Whether you’re in Centerville, Riverside, Kettering, or anywhere in the Dayton area—we’re your regional DCAA compliance partner.

What Our DCAA Services Include

  • SF 1408 “adequate accounting system” setup and review

  • Audit-ready job costing and labor timekeeping

  • FAR Part 31 cost pool design and indirect rate structuring

  • Incurred cost submission preparation and support

  • DCAA audit readiness, mock audits, and on-call response



  • FAR/DCAA/CAS compliance training for your staff


We also support contractors nationwide, but our Dayton clients get local expertise and face-to-face support as needed.

DCAA System Expectations—What Contractors Need

DCAA publishes clear checklists (like SF 1408) for what they expect in an “adequate” system:

  • Job cost tracking by contract/task

  • Segregation of direct/indirect costs

  • Daily timekeeping and unallowable cost controls

  • Reliable indirect rate calculation


  • Audit trail documentation and policy manuals


We don’t just tell you what DCAA wants—we build and document your system to meet every standard.

Why Choose A.L. Schmidt CPA for Dayton DCAA Compliance?

  • Boutique GovCon focus—no generalist distractions


  • Senior CPAs (Lee & Dave) involved in every engagement


  • Decades of FAR, DCAA, and CAS experience


  • Long-term relationships with Dayton defense and aerospace firms


  • Transparent process, plain-language communication, and reliable outcomes
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DCAA Accounting

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  • Who helps with DCAA compliance near Wright-Patterson AFB?

    A.L. Schmidt CPA is Dayton’s go-to CPA for DCAA compliance, accounting system setup, and audit support—trusted by local defense contractors for years.

  • Do I need an “adequate accounting system” for a cost-type contract?

    Yes. SF 1408 compliance is mandatory to win cost-type or reimbursable contracts. We set up and document your system to meet DCAA requirements.

  • Can you prepare incurred cost submissions and support a DCAA audit?

    Absolutely. We prepare incurred cost (ICE) filings, reconcile indirect rates, and guide you through every step of a DCAA audit.

  • How do I pass an SF 1408 pre-award survey?

    Work with specialists who know every item on the checklist. We assess your system, fix gaps, provide policies, and support you in DCAA interviews—so you’re audit-ready, not just guessing.

  • What makes your firm different from general CPAs?

    You get direct access to senior GovCon experts, not generic tax preparers. Our focus is government contractor accounting and compliance—nothing gets lost in translation.

Get DCAA-Ready—Work with Dayton’s GovCon CPA

Protect your contracts and peace of mind.