AARO CPM

Overview

AARO CPM is a financial consolidation and reporting system for groups that also need planning and operational analysis. It suits finance teams bringing legal group reporting and internal follow-up into one process. Its scope is broad, but buyers must request a demo and custom pricing rather than compare a published price.

Key features

AARO covers consolidated statements and group accounting alongside data analytics, operational management analysis, simulations, recalculations, budgeting and forecasting. That breadth can reduce the divide between external reporting and internal performance tracking. Intercompany eliminations, multi-currency consolidation and an audit trail address important group-accounting needs.

The preconfigured AARO Base Package includes an EU BAS chart of accounts based on IFRS, an acquisition register, cash flow, financial statements and notes, acquisition elimination, Microsoft Excel add-ons and a dashboard. It can be deployed immediately or customized, giving teams a starting framework without requiring every process to be built from scratch. The maker says AARO can support groups from three to a thousand companies; that range signals intended scale, though it does not establish fit for a particular group's reporting complexity.

AARO says users can analyze data and generate consolidated statements during close, and that the system operates around the clock. AARO Integrator can import from multiple ERP systems, including VISMA, Navision, Hogia, Agresso, NetSuite, SAP and Microsoft Dynamics. Scheduled automatic imports reduce recurring manual work; semi-automatic input remains an option. Mapping, account summarization and sign reversal rules help adapt incoming data to group reporting needs.

AARO Connector is an add-on for using AARO figures in budgeting and forecasting tools, BI systems, Excel and other Office tools. This is useful when teams need consolidated figures beyond AARO itself, but Connector is an add-on rather than part of the stated base package.

Deployment can be through AARO-managed SaaS or on-premise. For SaaS, the maker describes infrastructure management, storage, backups, security updates, antivirus and monitoring across three physical locations. AARO also says its information security management system is ISO 27001 certified, covering areas such as access control, continuity and incident management. Security & Audit tracks user activity, modifications, administrative changes and input data. These controls matter to organizations with governance obligations; the choice between managed cloud and on-premise gives deployment flexibility.

Support comes in Basic, Standard and Premium SLA tiers. Basic is included with AARO and AARO SaaS, while Premium includes 24/7 support. The Academy offers training in account management, reports, logic calculations and customized reports, which may help teams build internal capability around the system.

Pricing

AARO is a paid product with custom pricing. The AARO Base Package has no published price; prospective customers are directed to book a demo or contact the company. No seat limits, usage quotas, trial period or renewal terms are stated, so buyers should establish those terms alongside implementation and support costs before comparing proposals. There are no published lower-cost tiers to evaluate against the base package.

Platforms

AARO supports web, Windows and macOS access, with both self-hosted and AARO-managed cloud deployment options. That combination gives organizations a choice between operating the deployment themselves and delegating cloud infrastructure management to AARO.

Who it's for

AARO is a strong candidate for multi-entity finance teams that need consolidation, ERP imports and planning or operational analysis in a shared environment. It is particularly relevant where reporting involves multiple source systems and teams need traceable changes or controlled deployment choices. Buyers seeking a transparent, self-serve price or a quick purchase without a demo should look elsewhere.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Consolidation, planning, budgeting and operational analysis sit within one product scope, supporting connected finance workflows.
• Pro: Integrator supports named ERP sources and scheduled imports, with mapping and conversion rules to handle differing source data.
• Pro: SaaS operations, ISO 27001 certification and detailed audit logging support organizations with security and governance requirements.
• Con: Pricing is custom and requires a demo or direct contact, making early budget comparisons difficult.
• Con: Connector is an add-on, so external use of AARO figures may add scope beyond the base package.

Alternatives

For another approach to financial consolidation, browse the Financial Consolidation Software category.

• Konsolidat is worth considering for teams that want a free, open-source, self-operated option with no per-user fees and named Dynamics 365 F&O and ERPNext connectors.
• OneStream is another paid platform to compare through a demo-led purchase.
• Arvexi is a paid alternative with web and API platforms.
• Clausion suits buyers willing to obtain a tailored estimate for its consolidation product.
• Consolidation.app is another paid, web-based option.
• IDL Konsis is a paid web and Windows alternative with pricing available by request and a demo offered.
• NDC Financial Consolidation may suit teams looking for a standalone product or an SAP Analytics Cloud extension, with cloud or on-premise installation.
• Planful is a paid web and API platform whose subscription is tailored to company size, user count and selected modules.

Verdict

Choose AARO if your multi-entity finance team needs consolidation linked to ERP imports, planning and operational follow-up, with SaaS or on-premise deployment. Its integrated scope and governance features are the main reasons to shortlist it. Look elsewhere if published pricing and a self-serve buying process are priorities; AARO requires a demo or direct discussion to establish cost.