Centera Regnskap becomes part of Aider – strengthening the initiative in Østfold

Aider continues to grow in Østfold and welcomes Centera Regnskap AS from Rakkestad. The collaboration brings increased capacity, a broader service offering, and improved work-life balance – for both customers and employees.

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A natural collaboration in Rakkestad


Competence house Aider is taking a proactive approach in the Østfold region, and Centera Regnskap AS is now joining the team. Bjørg Dalane, Office Manager at Aider Rakkestad, describes Centera as a perfect addition:


“Rakkestad is a small place, and we work better together than individually. Centera has strong local roots and a corporate culture similar to ours. They are highly skilled in customer relations, and we look forward to growing together.”


 


 


Increased capacity and an improved workday


Centera Regnskap, with its 9 employees, offers services within accounting, payroll, and financial advisory. General Manager Stein Bjørge Finnestad highlights that the increasing regulatory workload has made it challenging to operate as a small agency.


“By becoming part of Aider, we free up time from administrative burdens. This provides a better workday for both our customers and our employees,” says Finnestad.

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Access to specialised expertise and technology


As part of Aider, Centera will now gain access to specialists within technology, automation, legal services and compliance – enabling them to offer a more comprehensive service portfolio.


“We can now truly deliver as a one-stop-shop for accounting and advisory services. This strengthens both customer value and our own execution capabilities,” says Finnestad.


 


An attractive workplace in Østfold


The collaboration also opens new opportunities in terms of recruitment. As part of Aider, Centera becomes a more attractive employer in Rakkestad and the surrounding area.


“We aim to be a magnet for talented people and offer exciting career opportunities without requiring them to live in the major cities,” says Dalane.


 


Locally rooted – nationally strengthened


Both Dalane and Finnestad emphasise that local presence and strong regional ties remain essential – even as part of a larger organisation.


“We want to grow in a way that strengthens the local business community and creates positive ripple effects in Østfold. We achieve this best by delivering high-quality services – provided by people who understand both the profession and the local community,” says Dalane.


 

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