Cost Analysis and Audit Resolution staff (CAAR) will be happy to assist you with questions you may have in those areas noted below. However, it should be noted that reviews and the establishment of indirect cost rates are undertaken by CAAR at the request of other NSF offices.

Responsibilities:

• Proposal Budget Reviews
• Establishing Indirect Cost Rates
• Accounting System Reviews
• Timekeeping System Reviews
• Financial Capability Reviews
• Audit Resolution

References:
Various Federal Requirements apply to award made by NSF and are the basis for cost analysis and audit Resolution activities. These requirements are contained in: (1) Federal Cost Principles; (2) Federal Management Standards; and, (3) Federal Audit Requirements publications. Different requirements apply to different types of organizations.

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Last Update: 06/12/98