Defense Contract Audit Agency Employee Directory
AccountingUnited States1001-5000 Employees
The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) is an accounting‑focused government organization in the United States that serves as the audit arm of the Department of War, examining the business processes, systems, and financial records of government contractors to ensure contract costs are fair and reasonable. Its auditing work is specialized and varies by contract, spanning defense procurement activities from early program development to manufacturing and delivery contexts such as shipbuilding and medical evacuation equipment. DCAA operates in the accounting industry, employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people, and reports revenue in the range of $1B to $10B. The agency maintains a web presence at https://dcaa.mil and has engaged in leadership changes and partnerships, including the appointment of a new director in October 2024 and a 2023 partnership with the Defense Acquisition University to host webinars. In addition to annual reports, such as the Fiscal Year 2022 Report to Congress released in 2023, DCAA updated the Incurred Cost Electronically Model in 2023, reflecting ongoing process enhancements.