Knight added to People Lease team

People Lease is proud to announce the return of Janice Knight to our team. Janice brings with her over 20 years of experience in administrative support and customer service.

As a professional who understands the innovative People Lease system, Janice has a track record of providing excellent assistance in payroll, accounting, benefits, insurance and marketing. Janice has a strong commitment to enhancing the client experience and her contributions will be utilized throughout the organization.

Janice lives in Clinton with her husband Robert, son Christopher and three dogs. She enjoys vacations with her grandchildren, who live in Vicksburg and Greenville SC.

Jaynee Sindledecker named 2012 Employee of the Year

People Lease is pleased to announce that Jaynee Sindledecker has been named Employee of the Year for 2012.

A People Lease employee since 2010, Jaynee joined our staff with several years of experience in payroll. Her responsibilities include semi-monthly new hire reporting, Magnolia Federal Credit Union enrollments, and 401(k) deduction setup and payment processing. In August 2012, she received the Fundamental Payroll Concepts credential through the American Payroll Association. She is in the process of obtaining the Certified Payroll Professional credential.

A California native, Jaynee moved to Mississippi in 2005. She is married to Doug Sindledecker and they have two children. Jaynee enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, and is involved in choir and handbells in her church.

Increase your 401(k) this year

Looking for ways to save money this year? Don't forget your 401(k) plan. After several years of stagnant limits, the maximum amount a person can contribute to their 401(k) has been on the increase since 2012.

You can contribute $17,500 to a 401(k) retirement plan in 2013 - that's an increase of $500 from 2012. If you are 50 or older, you can add another $5,500 as a catch-up contribution.

Only about 5% of 401(k) plan participants make the maximum allowable contribution. Review your personal budget to find ways to increase your contributioneven if you are not able to put away the maximum amount.

Making 401(k) contributions can be more affordable than you think. With each contribution coming from your pre-tax pay, you're reducing income taxes deducted from your paycheck. Saving on income tax is now more important than ever with workers paying higher Social Security taxes on their income.

If you're considered a "highly compensated employee" in 2013, additional limits apply to you. No matter what category you fall in, contact People Lease today to find out more about how to maximize your 401(k) savings.

People Lease recognizes Margaret White’s years of service

Payroll and back-office service provider People Lease is pleased to celebrates accountant and tax specialist Margaret White’s 14th anniversary with the company.

A People Lease employee since November 1998, Margaret is considered the backbone of the People Lease organization. She handles bill payments, makes deposits and files federal and multi-state tax payments. No role at People Lease has greater fiscal implications or is more deadline-driven.

“Margaret’s can-do attitude and on-the-job insights make her one of the organization’s most valuable assets. We’re very lucky to have her,” says Director of Operations, Ken Lewis.

Margaret lives in Jackson and is the mother of two children, grandmother of three, and has a dog named Max.

The staff here at People Lease would like to wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas this holiday season.

People Lease is a company that specializes in payroll and back-office solutions but first and foremost we're a group of families who know the importance of coming together and enjoying the holidays with loved ones. This season we hope you are able to spend your time with the ones you love.

Don't forget, Christmas is a time for giving. There are many worthy charities and organizations who specialize in helping needy families including Toys for Tots, Salvation Army, The Stew Pot and Catholic Charities.

People Lease will close Friday, December 21 and reopen Wednesday, December 26.

Jaynee Sindledecker receives American Payroll Association certificate

Jaynee Sindledecker, Payroll Specialist for People Lease, receives her certificiate from the American Payroll Association from People Lease Operations Manager, Ken Lewis. Sindledecker recently completed the Foundations of Payroll Certification program of the American Payroll Association, the first of the two most prestigious certifications offered by the national organization. APA certifications are valuable, objective credentials that verifies a specific level of knowledge, skills, and abilities in the payroll profession.

A People Lease employee since 2010, Sindledecker's responsibilities include monthly new hire reporting and enrollment in Magnolia Federal Credit Union, Blue Cross Blue Shield bill reconciliation and payment, and premium deduction set-up. Sindledecker will test for the Certified Payroll Professional certification, the American Payroll Association's highest certification offered to payroll professionals late this year. People Lease is a full-service, employee administration company operating in Ridgeland for more than 28 years.

Make Sure Your Employees Take Their Vacations

Many employees don't take all their vacation days. If they're not, both they and your business will suffer.

Why wouldn't an employee want to take the paid vacation you provide? In the current economy, many employees are afraid to take vacation because of how it might reflect opinions of their work performance. Many just don't have the available funds to go out of town.

It's up to you to make sure they know their job will be waiting for them when they return. After all, you need employees who stay fresh so they won't suffer from fatigue or burn-out.

If they're worried about spending the extra cash, let them know it's okay to try a stay-cation and work won't be calling to bug them just because they're home.