Accounting for restaurants and catering in Norway
Kassasystem, MVA, payroll, tips and food cost under control - you regain margin, cash flow and peace of mind before control.
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- Authorised Regnskapsfører
- Fully insured
- 4.9/5 on Google
Why is now the best time to regain control?
Skatteetaten increasingly controls catering - restaurants with professional accounting avoid penalties and interest.The Norwegian gastro market is changing rapidly. If you recognize these problems, it's a signal that it's time to act.
Increased inspections
Skatteetaten and Mattilsynet are increasingly using digital tools to verify companies. Professional recordkeeping is no longer an option, but a necessity.
Growing competition
Restaurants that base decisions on hard profitability data are gaining a huge advantage. Intuition is no longer enough.
Chaos in tips and HR
You get lost in accounting for tips and overtime, and your office is silent. Any mistake in payroll means risking a fine from Arbeidstilsynet.
Lack of control over margins
You don’t know if the lunch promotion is paying off. You’re spending Sunday evening on invoices. You feel like you’re paying too much tax, but don’t know how to optimize it.
We are trusted by restaurateurs from all over Norway
⚡ We serve restaurants, pizzerias, food trucks and caterers throughout Norway.
Customers speak directly about the effects: fewer errors, better fluidity and greater control.
4.9/5 na podstawie 50+ opinii w Google
"Before MTA Group, we thought our profitability was OK. After the first analysis, they showed us where we were losing almost 15% margin on beverages. Today I can't imagine making menu decisions without their reports. It's not accounting, it's navigation for the company."
Johny B.
Asian Box AS
"Since the MTA Group took over our accounting, we finally know how much we really earn on each dish. Monthly food cost and margin reports have changed the way we run menus and purchasing."
Teresa W.
Cafe owner, Drammen
Here's your new arsenal for restaurant management
⚡ No more paperwork chaos and fear of inspection - we take over the restaurant's accounting so you can focus on the kitchen and your guests.
Accounting + profitability control + contact with authorities. Three things we take off your mind.
Full control over profitability
You’ll get simple reports that show you where you’re really making money and where you’re losing money. Make decisions based on data, not intuition.
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Safety Guarantee
We take 100% of the contact with the authorities (Mattilsynet, Skatteetaten, NAV, Arbeidstilsynet). We ensure full compliance with Bokføringsloven and other regulations, and you don’t have to contact them.
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MVA settlements and taxes
You have one supervisor who knows what food cost, cassasystem and varetelling are. You don’t have to translate from scratch.
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Data instead of conjecture
Your competitors are already making decisions based on hard numbers.
Restaurant accounting - an investment that costs less than a singlecheck from Mattilsynet
⚡ Skatteetaten's penalty for not having a kassasystem reaches NOK 50,000+. The cost to the MTA Group is many times less than the cost per error.
Many of our customers thought we were “expensive.” Today they know that the cost of one billing mistake or ignorance of food cost was much higher.
Real costs of "low-cost" accounting vs Investment in partnership with MTA Group
Risk of penalties for tip accounting errors
Full compliance and representation before Skatteetaten
Lost hours on self-administration
More time for guest work and marketing
Operating "in the dark" without margin data
Reports that show what really makes money
Constant stress and financial uncertainty
Support from 30 experts and complete peace of mind
Restaurant from Oslo
Problem: Unknowingly inflating food cost and low margins on key dishes.
Result: After analyzing reports from the MTA, menu optimization resulted in a savings of
NOK 8,000 per month.
Café from Drammen
Problem: Errors in timekeeping and overtime billing, risk of dispute with employee.
Result: Getting processes in order and avoiding potential fines and claims of more than NOK 50,000.
Accounting for catering in Norway - what we do differently
⚡ One custodian who understands catering from the inside out - you don't have to explain to him what food cost is or how varetelling works.Find out how we are different from a regular accounting office.
Ordinary accounting office
- Accounts the past
- It works reactively (to your question)
- Provides standard reports
- It is an external supplier
Safety Guarantee
- Helps plan for the future
- We catch mistakes ourselves and look for savings
- Translates data into understandable business conclusions
- Knows your company as if it were his own
Order = profit
When the numbers are clear, decisions make themselves.
How we work - from the first conversation to full control
We put a clear plan in place so you know what's happening, when and why. Behind every step is a team of 30 experts.
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Interview and pricing
We start with a 15-minute conversation to understand your business. Based on that, we create an annual cost simulation. No surprises.
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Painless takeover of documentation
We take on 99% of the office transition process. We minimize your involvement to an absolute minimum.
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Implementation and automation
We establish simple and proven routines, such as for sending daily reports, to maximize the flow of information.
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Ongoing support and reports
You start working regularly. You have regular contact with your mentor and receive reports to help you grow your business.
Who is behind your success?
You are not served by one person. You gain access to the knowledge and experience of one of the largest consulting firms in Norway.
- 30 Specialists: Diverse competencies -- from accounting to HR and payroll to business consulting -- available to you in one place.
- 7 Authorized Accountants: Your finances are overseen by experts with the highest Norwegian qualifications (autorisert regnskapsfører).
- Dedicated Supervisor: You get a single, direct point of contact who coordinates the entire team and guarantees a quick response to your questions.
Are you planning to open a restaurant? We know this road by heart.
We have guided dozens of entrepreneurs through this process. We know where the pitfalls lurk and how to avoid them. With us you will do it efficiently and legally.
- Company registration: We help you choose the optimal legal form (AS) and walk with you through the entire process at Brønnøysundregistrene.
- Permits and licenses: We provide support in obtaining permits from Mattilsynet and a point-of-sale permit (Serveringsbevilling).
- Liquor license: we guide you through the process of obtaining a license (Sjenkebevilling), including preparation for the necessary exams.
- Financial Foundations: We implement an accounting system from the very beginning and offer advice that will give you control over your finances even before you welcome your first guest.
FAQ - accounting for restaurants and catering in Norway.
We have compiled brief answers to the most common concerns.
I have heard that you are expensive. How much do your services really cost?
The price depends on the number of units, turnover, employees and sales system. We make a diagnosis and give a fixed monthly rate. For catering, cost and margin reports are key - with these, the service usually pays for itself in avoided losses and penalties.
Am I "too small" for a big company like yours?
We serve small cafes and large chains. You get a dedicated account manager, followed by a team of MVA, payroll and reporting specialists. The scale of the company is not a barrier - what matters is financial transparency and compliance.
How exactly will you handle the specifics of catering (tips, daily reports, employees)?
We account for dagsoppgjør, tips, high turnover and payroll. We integrate kassasystem, account for tips and maintain payroll in accordance with NAV and Arbeidstilsynet. You get food cost and margin reports to help you react quickly to deviations.
What happens if I do not agree with the invoice from you?
To each invoice we add a summary of the work performed and time. If something is questionable, we clarify the items and correct the scope for the future. full disclosure of costs - to each invoice you get a statement of work and time.
I don't have time for the complicated process of changing offices. What does it look like for you?
The process is simple: one power of attorney, and we take over contact with the previous office and document transfer. We establish the flow of invoices and data with cassasystem. It usually takes 2-4 weeks and no downtime in service.
What special accounting requirements does a restaurant in Norway have?
The restaurant must have an approved kassasystem, conduct varetelling, document kontantsalg and submit an MVA-melding every 2 months (if in the MVA). Skatteetaten often inspects catering, so compliance with Bokføringsloven is crucial.
Do I need serveringsløyve to open a restaurant?
Yes, serveringsløyve is mandatory and is issued by the kommune. If you sell alcohol, you need a skjenkebevilling. A responsible manager (styrer) is also usually required. We help with the paperwork and process so you can legally start selling.
How to control food cost in a restaurant in Norway?
Healthy food cost is usually 25-35% of revenue, depending on the concept. We help you count food cost based on varetelling, losses (svinn) and portions. With reports, you see deviations weekly and can react before profit drops.
How does Skatteetaten control restaurants in Norway?
Skatteetaten checks kassasystem, kontantsalg and compares raw material purchases with sales (food cost analysis). Inspections are sometimes unannounced and fines are high. We keep records so that they are ready for inspection and minimize risks.
P.S. Remember, every month without full control of your profitability is real money that you are irretrievably losing. Our 15-minute free consultation costs nothing, and can be the beginning of recovering tens of thousands of crowns. We also serve companies in the construction and beauty industries. Need an accounting audit? We will check your records and identify risks.