How to Record Subcontractor Flowdown Audit
Recording the labor costs for internal compliance teams auditing subcontractors to ensure mandatory FAR/DFARS clauses are properly flowed down.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overhead - Procurement Compliance Labor | Debit | 3,200.00 | - |
| Accrued Payroll | Credit | - | 3,200.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Captures the internal labor effort required by the Purchasing or Compliance department to verify that critical clauses like DPAS ratings and TINA are in subcontracts.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Labor should be charged to a specific indirect work order for 'CPSR Compliance' within the Overhead pool.
⚠️ Audit Flags
DCAA Purchasing System Review (CPSR) or Contractor Business Systems audit.
📄 Required Documentation
Subcontractor audit checklist, timesheets, and flowdown matrix.
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