The Cost of Compliance: Understanding Unallowable Costs Under FAR Part 31 SEP 15 | 10am – 11pm
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The Cost of Compliance: Understanding Unallowable Costs Under FAR Part 31 SEP 15 | 10am – 11pm
Misclassifying unallowable costs can lead to overstated overhead rates, audit findings, disallowed costs and increased scrutiny from government agencies. Understanding what can and cannot be included in your indirect cost rate is essential for maintaining FAR Part 31 compliance and protecting your firm’s reputation.
In this webinar, we’ll break down the most common allowable and unallowable costs under FAR Part 31, explain how to properly classify expenses, and discuss best practices for documenting and tracking costs throughout the year. You’ll gain practical guidance to help reduce compliance risk, strengthen your overhead schedule and prepare your firm for a successful FAR audit.
Webinar Description
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
10:00-11:00 AM EST
This webinar will take place at 11:00 am EST and is offered at no charge.
In this webinar, you will learn:
- The FAR Part 31 cost allowability requirements
- Common unallowable costs and frequently misclassified expenses
- Best practices for documenting and tracking indirect costs
- How cost classifications affect your overhead rate
- Tips for improving compliance and audit readiness
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Presenter
Charla A. Roth, CPA, is principal at DM Consulting Group, with over 23 years of experience serving architecture and engineering (A/E) firms. She specializes in helping clients improve financial performance, increase profitability and strengthen the value of their business. Charla has extensive expertise in interpreting and analyzing A/E financial statements and key performance metrics to drive strategic decision-making. She is also highly experienced in FAR compliance, overhead rate audits and government contracting, including overseeing audit services for the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT).
Ryan R. Delao, CPA, is a senior associate with the firm and has more than eight years of experience supporting the firm’s business valuation and ownership transition consulting practice. He also provides audit, review, compilation and consulting services for clients in the architectural and engineering industry, including audits of employee benefit plans and preparation of financial statements. In addition, Ryan assists clients with overhead rate compliance and related matters under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).