You didn’t plan to run your business out of spreadsheets. They just showed up. One to track indirect rates because QuickBooks couldn’t. Another to reconcile billing because the numbers didn’t quite line up. A third because leadership needed a report now , not after month-end close. None of that means you’re doing anything wrong. It usually means you’re growing. But in government contracting, growth has a habit of exposing system gaps long before it exposes people gaps. And when those gaps get...

On December 5, 2025 , the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) issued a sweeping directive to all current participants  in the 8(a) Business Development Program , requiring more than 4,300 firms  to submit a comprehensive set of financial records  for the past three fiscal years  by January 5, 2026 . The agency made it clear: failure to comply could jeopardize continued eligibility for the 8(a) program and lead to further investigation or remedial actions . This isn’t just a...

For many government contractors, year-end can feel like a whirlwind of deadlines, reconciliations, and last-minute cleanup. But it doesn’t have to be a stressful sprint. With a bit of early attention to the right areas, you can wrap up the year with confidence and step into January without the traditional chaos. This guide breaks the process into manageable pieces. Practical, low-pressure steps that help your team close the books smoothly and start the new year on solid footing. 1. Start with...