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BrizoConsol vs Fathom — Consolidation vs Reporting

Fathom visualises your numbers beautifully. BrizoConsol makes sure those numbers are right first.

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Feature Comparison

Feature Fathom BrizoConsol
Primary function Reporting & visualisation ✓ Group consolidation & reporting
Intercompany eliminations Manual (via Excel import) ✓ Automated
Non-controlling interest (NCI) No ✓ Full GAAP/IFRS support
Currency translation (CTA) Average & period-end rates; manual Excel adjustments required ✓ Automated CTA — closing rate, average rate, IFRS / UK GAAP / US GAAP
Consolidated P&L / BS / CF Aggregation only ✓ True consolidation
Audit-ready output No ✓ Yes — full audit trail
AI narrative commentary ✓ Single entity & consolidated group level ✓ BrizoWriter — consolidated group level
Connects to Xero / QuickBooks Yes ✓ Yes
Connects to Zoho Books No ✓ Yes
Period lock / month-end workflow No ✓ Month-end lock with audit control
Goodwill / acquisition accounting No ✓ Built-in
AI account mapping No ✓ BrizoMap — AI-powered chart of accounts matching

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This page contains a comparison of BrizoConsol and Fathom based on publicly available product documentation, support articles, and feature pages as at June 2026. The information is provided for general informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice. BrizoSystem Pte Ltd makes no representations as to the completeness or accuracy of information relating to third-party products and accepts no liability for decisions made on the basis of this comparison. Readers are advised to verify all third-party feature claims directly with the relevant vendor before making any purchasing decision. BrizoConsol and BrizoSystem are trademarks of BrizoSystem Pte Ltd. All third-party product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are referenced solely for identification and comparison purposes.

Who Is Each Tool Right For?

Fathom is best for:

These are the scenarios where Fathom makes sense.

  • You need beautiful, client-ready dashboards and KPI reports
  • You're a single-entity business or advisor who doesn't need eliminations
  • Visual storytelling and presentation of financials is the main goal
  • You already have a consolidation process and just need reporting on top

BrizoConsol is best for:

These are the groups BrizoConsol is built to serve.

  • You need a true consolidated balance sheet — not just summed entities
  • Your group has intercompany loans, sales, or dividends to eliminate
  • You need audit-ready, standards-compliant consolidated financials
  • You want both consolidation and AI-powered narrative reporting in one tool

The Key Differences

Consolidation vs aggregation

Fathom adds up your entity numbers. BrizoConsol eliminates intercompany transactions first — producing a true consolidated view, not just a sum.

Audit readiness

Fathom produces reports. BrizoConsol produces audit-ready consolidated financials with a traceable, documented process behind them.

Built for groups, not just reporting

Fathom is excellent for individual entity reporting. BrizoConsol is designed from the ground up for multi-entity groups with ownership structures, currencies, and eliminations.

Some firms use both

BrizoConsol handles the consolidation engine work. Some firms then export to Fathom for client presentation. That's a valid workflow — just understand what each tool actually does.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Fathom and BrizoConsol?+

Fathom is a reporting and analytics tool — it visualises financial data and produces dashboards and KPI reports. BrizoConsol is a consolidation engine — it combines data from multiple entities, applies intercompany eliminations, handles currency translation, and produces audit-ready consolidated financial statements. The two tools serve different purposes: Fathom is for insight, BrizoConsol is for close.

Can Fathom do group consolidation?+

Fathom offers a multi-entity consolidation feature, but it is primarily designed for reporting and analytics rather than accounting-grade consolidation. It lacks features like full intercompany elimination workflows, period locking, and multi-standard compliance (IFRS, UK GAAP, US GAAP). BrizoConsol is purpose-built for the close process — not reporting.

Does BrizoConsol replace Fathom?+

Not necessarily. BrizoConsol and Fathom serve different parts of the month-end process. BrizoConsol handles the consolidation close — eliminations, currency translation, audit trail, and compliant financial statements. Fathom handles reporting and client delivery. Some teams use both: BrizoConsol to close, Fathom to present.

Which tool is better for IFRS or GAAP compliance?+

BrizoConsol is designed for accounting-grade compliance. It supports IFRS, UK GAAP, and US GAAP out of the box — including correct currency translation rates, NCI calculations, and goodwill accounting. Fathom's consolidation is primarily aimed at financial reporting visibility, not statutory compliance.

How long does it take to set up BrizoConsol compared to Fathom?+

Most teams are running their first consolidated close in BrizoConsol within 30 minutes of connecting their accounting software. Setup involves connecting your Xero or QuickBooks organisations, mapping your intercompany accounts, and running the consolidation. No professional services or lengthy implementation required.

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