WESCOT CREDIT SERVICES LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
83Good
0.3vs last year
#1504 in UK
#233 in Financial Services
#75 in Scotland

Company Information

Company Number
SC084131
Registered Address
Kyleshill House, Glencairn Street, Saltcoats, Ayrshire, KA21 5JT
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,026
Turnover
£41,218,000
EBITDA
-£6,455,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
28 July 1983
Nature of Business
82911 - Activities of collection agencies
Industries
Financial Services
Region
Scotland

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
31 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:30 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
85%
31-60 Days
12%
After 60 Days
3%
Not Paid Within Terms17%

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: 2025-01-20
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 202511 Jul 20253082%15%3%18%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202420 Jan 20253185%12%3%17%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202410 Jul 20243483%13%4%19%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202325 Jan 20243680%13%7%24%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202219 Jan 20232678%19%3%27%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202208 Jul 20222870%28%2%36%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202121 Jan 20222786%13%1%19%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201915 Jul 20192491%8%1%15%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201823 Jan 20192789%10%1%18%

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

The company does not apply standard payment terms, but ordinarily seeks to agree payment terms of 30 days from receipt of invoice wherever possible. In the reporting period 65.9% of suppliers issuing invoices to the company and 78.9% of invoices processed (representing 89.3% of invoice value) were subject to 30 day payment terms.

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Invoices are registered on the purchase ledger when received into the business and either matched to an approved purchase order or issued to the relevant cost centre for review and approval. If any issues / queries are identified from this review, then the cost centre owner will update the finance function and the dispute will be notified to the supplier's sales ledger / credit control function and (if necessary) the dispute resolution process outlined in the relevant supply contract will be invoked.

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

WESCOT CREDIT SERVICES LIMITED is a UK-based company that provides credit management and debt collection services to businesses and individuals. Established in 1973, the company has a strong reputation in the industry and is known for its ethical and responsible approach to debt collection.

One of the key activities of WESCOT CREDIT SERVICES LIMITED is managing the credit and debt accounts of its clients. This includes providing credit reports, managing payment plans, and collecting overdue payments. The company uses advanced technology and data analytics to ensure efficient and effective management of its clients' accounts.

WESCOT CREDIT SERVICES LIMITED also has a strong focus on sustainability and responsible business practices. The company has a sustainability program in place that aims to minimize its impact on the environment and promote social responsibility. This includes initiatives such as reducing paper usage, promoting recycling, and supporting local charities.

In terms of products and services, WESCOT CREDIT SERVICES LIMITED offers a range of solutions to help businesses and individuals manage their credit and debt. This includes credit risk assessment, credit management training, and debt collection services. The company also offers tailored solutions for specific industries such as utilities, financial services, and telecommunications.

The key people at WESCOT CREDIT SERVICES LIMITED include the Chief Executive Officer, Peter Davies, and the Managing Director, Phil Bowker. Both have extensive experience in the credit management industry and are committed to upholding the company's values of professionalism, integrity, and fairness.

For more information about WESCOT CREDIT SERVICES LIMITED and its services, individuals and businesses can visit their website at www.wescot.co.uk. The company's registered office address is at Heritage House, 1st Floor, 9b Cricketers Way, Basildon, Essex, SS13 1ST.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£3,564,000
Net Worth
£85,820,000
Total Current Assets
£94,893,000
Total Current Liabilities
£11,748,000

Company Location