SHARED SERVICES CONNECTED LTD

Company Information

Company Number
08460577
Registered Address
Three Cherry Trees Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 7AH
Status
Active
Employee Count
2602.0
Turnover
291597000.0
EBITDA
43121000.0

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
25 March 2013
Nature of Business
82990 - Other business support service activities not elsewhere classified
Industries
0
Region
East of England

Company Location

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Financial Metrics

Cash
£133,583,000.00
Net Worth
£124,793,000.00
Total Current Assets
£223,668,000.00
Total Current Liabilities
£95,730,000.00
Reporting Period
2023-07-01 to 2023-12-31Filed: 2024-01-31

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
84%
31-60 Days
15%
After 60 Days
2%
Not Paid Within Terms21%

Payment Features

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

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Performance Reports History

Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202331 Jan 20242684%15%2%21%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202331 Jul 20232687%12%1%15%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202230 Jan 20233086%10%4%16%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202228 Jul 20222790%7%3%12%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202125 Jan 20222789%9%2%11%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202130 Jul 20212788%10%2%11%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202029 Jan 20212484%15%2%18%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202030 Jul 20202689%8%4%12%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201931 Jan 20202491%6%2%9%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201929 Aug 20192590%6%4%14%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201801 Feb 20192088%8%5%17%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201806 Aug 20182283%12%5%39%

Company Summary

Shared Services Connected Ltd (SSCL) is a UK-based company that provides shared services solutions to the public sector

They are committed to sustainability and have implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact

Their services include payroll, finance, HR, and procurement services, which are delivered through a combination of technology and expert teams

This allows their clients to focus on their core activities and save costs by streamlining their back-office processes

SSCL is led by a team of experienced professionals, including CEO John Neilson, who has over 20 years of experience in the shared services industry

They have a strong track record of delivering high-quality services to their clients

In terms of sustainability, SSCL has a comprehensive program in place to reduce their carbon footprint and promote environmentally-friendly practices

This includes using renewable energy sources, implementing energy-efficient measures in their offices, and promoting telecommuting to reduce emissions from commuting

SSCL also offers a range of products and services that support sustainability, such as e-invoicing and digital document management solutions, which reduce paper waste and promote a more eco-friendly way of doing business

For more information on SSCL and their services, visit their website at www.sscl.com

Their registered office address is 1 Callaghan Square, Cardiff, CF10 5BT

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time to pay for SHARED SERVICES CONNECTED LTD has been increasing over the past three periods, with the exception of a slight decrease in 2023. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has also decreased over the same time period, while the percentage of invoices paid between 31 and 60 days has increased. The percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days has remained relatively stable, with a slight decrease in 2023.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility of SHARED SERVICES CONNECTED LTD's average time to pay has been relatively low, with only a 5% difference between the highest and lowest values. However, there has been more volatility in the percentages of invoices paid within 30 days, between 31 and 60 days, and later than 60 days. The largest difference between the highest and lowest values was seen in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days, with a 4% difference.

Invoice Payment Practices

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

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Standard payment terms are Net 30 days, calculated from the date that a valid invoice is received by Sopra Steria. This is in accordance with our Purchase Order and Supplier Contract terms and conditions.

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

No

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

30

Dispute Resolution Process

Website: https://www.soprasteria.co.uk/about-us/working-with-suppliers We have a 2-stage complaints procedure. At each stage it will help us to resolve your complaint quickly if you can give us as much clear detail as possible, including any documents and correspondence and stating that you are making a complaint in line with our procedure. The stages of the Supplier Payment Complaints procedure Stage 1 This is the first opportunity for Sopra Steria to resolve a complainant’s dissatisfaction, and the majority of complaints will be resolved at this stage. In the first instance, we will try to get your payment complaint resolved by the Head of the Accounts Payable team. Upon receipt of your complaint we will contact the Head of the Accounts Payable and ask them to deal with your complaint. Please add the following subject line to your letter/e-mail: Stage 1 Supplier Payment Complaint FAO Head of Accounts Payable. Stage 2 If you are dissatisfied with this response you may request a review by the Chief Accountant. Your request should be sent to the address given in the Contact Us section of the website, with the subject line: Stage 2 Supplier Payment Complaint FAO Chief Accountant. It will be forwarded to the Chief Accountant for a review. Timescales for handling a complaint Stage 1 - maximum 20 working days •acknowledgement within 5 working days •full response within 20 working days Stage 2 – maximum 20 working days •acknowledgement within 5 working days •full response within 20 working days

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