Cutiffany Body
Byram,MS
Summary
Strategic Payroll Leader with 20+ years of experience managing payroll operations for organizations of 1,900+ employees. Proven record of streamlining processes, eliminating compliance risks, and driving efficiency gains that save time and reduce costs. Recognized for building high-performing teams, implementing system enhancements, and ensuring flawless execution of payroll and tax functions across multi-state jurisdictions.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Manager
HORNE LLP
12.2023 - 10.2025
- Directed payroll operations for 1,900+ employees, achieving 100% accuracy and timeliness.
- Championed compliance initiatives that eliminated audit findings and safeguarded against penalties.
- Introduced process improvements that reduced payroll errors by double digits and accelerated reporting cycles.
- Built and led a skilled payroll team, increasing productivity through targeted training and mentorship.
Payroll Supervisor
HORNE LLP
04.2021 - 11.2023
- Managed complex multi-state payrolls, consistently meeting deadlines with zero compliance issues.
- Partnered with HR to deliver seamless bonus, severance, and special payroll programs that boosted employee satisfaction.
- Designed tax setups and managed Puerto Rico filings, expanding organizational compliance reach.
Senior Payroll Tax Coordinator
Elior North America
03.2017 - 04.2021
- Oversaw tax payments for 13 subsidiaries, ensuring flawless execution of weekly, monthly, and quarterly filings.
- Reduced liabilities by proactively auditing and amending prior returns.
- Elevated team expertise by training new hires in tax compliance and payroll systems.
Senior Payroll Coordinator
Elior North America
09.2014 - 03.2017
- Processed weekly payroll for seven companies with accuracy and timeliness.
- Developed training manuals and guided new payroll coordinators to full productivity.
- Supported payroll-related projects during company acquisitions and transitions.
Payroll Manager
MyJoy McDonald’s
12.2004 - 08.2014
- Directed payroll for 1,200 employees across 21 locations, ensuring smooth operations during rapid growth.
- Spearheaded the transition from paper checks to direct deposit, saving thousands in administrative costs.
- Strengthened compliance by overseeing tax filings, garnishments, and wage verifications with zero penalties.
Education
Tougaloo College
Tougaloo, MSHinds Community College
Raymond, MSHigh School Diploma -
Forest Hill High School
Jackson, MS05-1993
Skills
- Payroll Leadership
- Multi-state compliance
- Policy creation
- Risk mitigation
- Process Optimization
- Workflow redesign
- System enhancements
- Error reduction
- Team Development
- Staff training
- Mentorship
- Leadership coaching
- Technical Expertise
- UKG
- Kronos
- Paychex
- NetSuite
- Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Payroll processing
- Reviewing timesheets
- Resolving discrepancies
- Bi-weekly payroll processing
Timeline
Payroll Manager
HORNE LLP
12.2023 - 10.2025
Payroll Supervisor
HORNE LLP
04.2021 - 11.2023
Senior Payroll Tax Coordinator
Elior North America
03.2017 - 04.2021
Senior Payroll Coordinator
Elior North America
09.2014 - 03.2017
Payroll Manager
MyJoy McDonald’s
12.2004 - 08.2014
Hinds Community College
Tougaloo College
High School Diploma -
Forest Hill High School