DCAA Audit Support Services for Government Contractors

Facing a DCAA audit can be stressful—but you don’t have to do it alone. At A.L. Schmidt CPA, we guide contractors through every phase of DCAA audits: readiness, documentation, on-site support, and post-audit responses. Our proactive, step-by-step approach gives you confidence and control, even under scrutiny.

From pre-award system audits to routine incurred cost reviews and surprise timekeeping checks, our experts anticipate DCAA’s questions before they’re asked. We help you prepare, respond, and resolve issues—so you pass your audit and keep your contracts on track.

Types of DCAA Audits We Support

  • Pre-Award Accounting System Audits: SF1408 readiness reviews; ensuring your setup meets DCAA adequacy standards

  • Incurred Cost Audits: Reviewing ICE submissions, backup, and reconciliations

  • Floor Check/Timekeeping Audits: Ensuring labor records and timecards are complete, accurate, and DCAA-compliant


  • Special Audits & Adequacy Checks: Navigating unique or high-risk audit situations


For each audit, we focus on the “gotchas”—like timekeeping, unallowable costs, and cost allocation—to minimize findings.

Our DCAA Audit Support Services

A.L. Schmidt CPA provides:

  • Pre-audit risk assessment and documentation review
  • On-call support during auditor visits and requests
  • Coaching for interviews and auditor Q&A
  • Developing corrective action plans for any findings
  • Communication with DCAA to clarify or resolve issues
  • Post-audit review to prevent repeat issues in the future


We’ve supported contractors through dozens of successful audits—with zero contract terminations

Why Proactive Audit Support Matters

Failing a DCAA audit can mean payment withholds, contract suspension, or worse. Our preventive approach—setting up records, policies, and internal controls—reduces risk from the start. If an audit happens, we handle the details and stand by you until every question is answered.



Case Example:
After a surprise floor check audit, one client turned to us for support. Our guidance helped them address DCAA’s findings, implement quick corrections, and keep their contract intact.

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  • How do I prepare for a DCAA audit?

    Start with a readiness assessment—review your policies, timekeeping, cost allocation, and documentation. We offer mock audits to identify and fix gaps before DCAA arrives.

  • What documents will DCAA request during an audit?

    Expect to provide timecards, payroll records, job cost ledgers, policies, incurred cost submissions, and supporting schedules. We help you gather, organize, and present exactly what’s needed.

  • What’s the most common reason contractors fail a DCAA audit?

    Poor timekeeping and incomplete backup are top causes. We train your team and set up controls to avoid these costly errors.

  • If I get an audit finding, what should I do?

    Don’t panic—many findings can be resolved by supplying additional documentation or making accounting adjustments. We prepare a point-by-point response and negotiate with DCAA to resolve issues.

  • Can you help during the audit itself, not just before or after?

    Absolutely. We provide on-call or on-site support throughout the audit, acting as your advocate and translator—so nothing is missed or misunderstood.

Secure Your Contracts with Proven Audit Support

Let A.L. Schmidt CPA handle your DCAA audit stress—so you stay focused on delivering results, not paperwork.