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Accessing CCH Company Secretarial

CCH Company Secretarial
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    How to access CCH Company Secretarial

    Accessing CCH Company Secretarial

    CCH Company Secretarial is a cloud solution that is accessed either by using your browser or directly from CCH Central.
    To launch the site via your browser, go to the following address:

    https://app.thecosechouse.co.uk/cchcosec.php

    The login screen appears:

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    To access directly from CCH Central, click on CCH Company Secretarial within the ribbon bar

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    The login screen appears:

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    If you do not have an account

    If you do not have an account and want to try the system, you can register for a trial account by clicking on register here in the panel on the right. Completing the details requested will create an account that will allow you to set up and manage 2 companies.

    Note: this option registers a new organisation on the application. Do not use this option to try and add additional users to an existing organisation. Adding new users is a task carried out by the application administrator of your organisation.

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    1. Enter the name of your organisation and your email account

    The organisation name is displayed in the header of pages and does not have to match a company managed on the system.

    Email addresses can be used to log into the application, although we recommend having a standalone ID which should be the same as your user name for CCH Company Secretarial within CCH Central.

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    2. Call our support desk on the number shown on the screen to obtain an authentication code and enter this

    3. Enter the 6-digit security code from the image and click Next

    The system will create your account and request the following information:

    • Password
    • Forename
    • Surname

    4. Enter the information requested and click Register

    5. You will see a message indicating that your account has been created. Click on Continue to return to the login screen

    6. Enter your email address and password and click on Login to access the system

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    Logging into an existing account

    If you are already set up on the application, enter your email address and password and click on Login. Provided the application recognises your credentials you will be presented with the CCH Company Secretarial main page:

    When you log in you will see The Home page with Action Station pointing you to tasks that need attention and upcoming deadlines.

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    You can find all deadlines by selecting All Deadlines from the Main Menu. The page displays a list of filing deadlines, overdue, and those falling due within a specified period. The default notice period is 60 days.

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    It is possible to restrict the contents of the list by clicking on 

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     and the filter panel will open:

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    Using the options shown here, you can restrict the list to only show companies you are responsible for, search for a text string, or for deadlines in a specified period. It is also possible to change the default notice period of 60 days.

    Related documents

    CCH Company Secretarial Integration 2024.2 : Release Notes
    The CCH Company Secretarial Integration 2024.2 Release Notes outline the installation prerequisites via the Central Suite Installer and detail updates regarding compliance with the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act. Starting March 4, 2024, companies must provide a registered email address when filing confirmation statements or incorporating. The registered email will sync with company records in the Company Secretarial module. The document includes a legal disclaimer and copyright notice, emphasizing the confidentiality and proprietary nature of the information contained within.
    Synchronise with CCH Central
    This document provides a comprehensive guide on setting up synchronization between CCH Company Secretarial and CCH Central. It includes detailed instructions for installing the service, configuring data synchronization, and using various features such as the Data Analyser and contact management. Additionally, it contains sections on resolving error messages and multiple appendices for further reference. Links to specific topics within the guide are also provided for easy navigation.
    Installing the Service
    This document outlines the steps to install the CCH Company Secretarial service. Users must first acquire a CCH Company Secretarial license before running the CCH Central Suite Installer (CSI). It provides a link for detailed instructions on using the installer and notes that the service can be accessed via the Start menu under Services.
    Configuration for CCH Company Secretarial
    This document outlines the configuration settings for CCH Company Secretarial and its synchronization with CCH Central. It emphasizes the importance of reviewing and cleaning data before synchronization, using the Data Analyser feature for checking discrepancies. Users can choose between various synchronization methods and must ensure critical fields are populated to prevent data loss. The document also details address configuration, highlighting rules for identity flags, and mentions the new de-linking option for address changes affecting multiple records. Draft contact authorizations and the importance of synchronizing in small batches are also discussed.
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