How to Record Unallowable Selling Expenses
Segments and removes selling costs that do not meet FAR 31.205-38 criteria for allowability from the indirect cost pools.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unallowable Costs - Selling | Debit | 12,000.00 | - |
| Selling Expense Pool (Indirect) | Credit | - | 12,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Direct selling efforts, such as certain types of advertising or personnel costs that cannot be linked to specific contractual requirements, must be isolated as unallowable to prevent their inclusion in overhead rates.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Set up account ranges (e.g., 9000-series) specifically for unallowable costs that are automatically excluded from the fringe/OH/G&A base.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Inclusion of commercial marketing materials or non-technical proposal efforts in the G&A pool.
📄 Required Documentation
Expense reports, timecard logs showing selling activities, and FAR-based allowability determination memos.
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