Osarka Ladson
Charleston, S.C. 29414
843-***-****-(c)
843-***-****-(c)
adud9p@r.postjobfree.com
Objective
Obtain a challenging and rewarding position where I can apply my knowledge, skills, and experience while having an opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
Professional Experience
The Housing Authority of the City of Charleston – September 2018 - present
Charleston, SC
Resident Account Specialist
Process and organize invoices to ensure bills are paid and received in a timely manner
Handle accounts receivables
Maintain confidentiality of bank records and client information
Update Resident accounts with specified charges documented from the property management offices
Research resident ledgers of there is a discrepancy
Process billing statements for residents at the end of the month
Process rent payments received daily by money orders and checks and update residents accounts
Manage and update bad debt payments submitted to IRS for tax interceptions
Maintain accounts by recording, identifying, and verifying financial transactions
Collaborate with other in the accounting department to ensure all financial actions are accurate
Assist HCV department as needed with processing files
The Housing Authority of the City of Charleston April 2014-present
Charleston, SC
Case Management
Provide case management services to clients who are eligible for assistance through the HUD program (section 8)
Good Communication skills
Excellent written/ verbal skills/ ability to establish rapport
Maintain a caseload of 400-852 families
Made sure documents submitted were valid and updated
Contact landlords to validate eviction notices
Participated in staff meetings, training to develop positive team relationships
SCE & G April 2001-September 2013
Charleston, SC
Cashier/Customer Service
Responsible for providing effective customer service for all internal and external customers
Responsible for accurately crediting/applying customers payments
Received and entered phone and fax orders from Housing Department
Communicated with customers in person or by phone concerning orders, storm outages, credit concerns
Handled irate customers in a professional manner
Worked closely with the Credit Department to resolve unauthorized use
Computer Skills & Equipment
Microsoft Office, Windows, CSR desktop, Xerox Fax Machines, Cash Register, Xerox Copiers, Emphasys Software
Education
Limestone College- Bachelor of Social Work Charleston, South Carolina 2010
Webster University- Master’s in Gerontology Dec. 2021
References Available Upon Request