UNITED BIBLE SOCIETIES ASSOCIATION

PaymentCheck Score 2025
94Excellent
2.4vs last year
#540 in UK
#14 in South West

Company Information

Company Number
02264875
Registered Address
United Bible Societies Stonehill Green, Westlea, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 7PJ
Status
Active
Employee Count
116
Turnover
£39,961,000
EBITDA
£1,666,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private company limited by guarantee without share capital
Incorporated On
6 June 1988
Nature of Business
94910 - Activities of religious organisations
Industries
Coming Soon
Region
South West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
10 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:30 days
Max Contractual:30 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
94%
31-60 Days
4%
After 60 Days
2%
Not Paid Within Terms5%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2024-07-26
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202529 Jul 20251188%11%1%4%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202431 Jan 2025996%2%2%4%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202426 Jul 20241094%4%2%5%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202325 Jul 20231293%5%2%7%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202224 Jan 20231192%6%3%8%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202118 Jan 20221692%3%5%8%
01 Jan 2021 - 01 Jun 202129 Jul 20211192%7%1%8%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202009 Feb 20211293%6%1%7%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202029 Jul 20201294%5%1%6%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201925 Jul 20191094%5%1%6%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Contractor invoices are typically due on receipt, and other suppliers are typically 30 days. Invoices are usually paid immediately regardless of payment terms.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

30

Dispute Resolution Process

Suppliers either contact the accounts payable team, or their own contact within the organisation, who would escalate the issue to the accounts payable team.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

The United Bible Societies Association is a global organization that works towards making the Bible accessible to people all over the world. It is made up of 148 national Bible societies and has a presence in over 200 countries and territories.

The organization's main activity is to publish and distribute the Bible in different languages and formats, making it accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. They also provide resources and training for Bible study and promote the use of the Bible in schools and communities.

One of the key initiatives of the United Bible Societies Association is their sustainability program. This program focuses on environmental sustainability and responsible resource management. They strive to reduce their carbon footprint and promote eco-friendly practices in all their operations.

The Association offers a variety of products and services, including different versions of the Bible, study materials, and digital resources. They also have a translation program that works to make the Bible available in different languages. Additionally, they have partnerships with organizations that provide humanitarian aid and support to vulnerable communities.

The key people involved in the United Bible Societies Association include the General Secretary, Michael Perreau, and the President, Dr. Richard Bauckham. They lead a team of dedicated staff and volunteers who work towards achieving the organization's goals.

For more information, the United Bible Societies Association can be contacted through their website: www.unitedbiblesocieties.org. Their registered office address is 198 Silk Mill Drive, Wolverton Mill, Milton Keynes, MK12 5RD, United Kingdom.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£38,336,632
Net Worth
£68,657,272
Total Current Assets
£55,940,938
Total Current Liabilities
£21,228,722

Company Location