Question 1

What is a DCAA timekeeping policy?

Accepted Answer

A DCAA timekeeping policy is a written internal control that documents how a government contractor records, corrects, approves, and preserves employee time. DCAA auditors expect to see one because it is the foundation for total time accounting, accurate labor charging, and a defensible audit trail on Government contracts.

Question 2

Does DCAA require a written timekeeping policy?

Accepted Answer

DCAA does not certify or issue timekeeping policies, but a written, consistently applied policy is one of the first things an auditor asks for when reviewing your accounting system under the SF 1408 criteria (DCAA's pre-award accounting system checklist). Without one, there is no documented standard to show the system was designed and operated consistently.

Question 3

Is this policy generator free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Answer a few quick questions, add your company details and an optional logo, and get a tailored PDF by email, no cost, no obligation.

Question 4

Can I use this before I win a Government contract?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Building compliant timekeeping habits before your first cost-type award demonstrates cost-accounting maturity to primes and contracting officers, and the policy is written to work whether or not you hold a Government contract today.

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