Key Takeaways

  • 75% of U.S. employers use automated applicant tracking systems to screen resumes before a human reviews them (Harvard Business School & Accenture, 2021)
  • The most common ATS failures are missing keywords, incompatible formatting, and incorrect file types
  • ResumeGeni scores your resume across 8 parsing layers — modeled on the same steps enterprise ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and Taleo use to evaluate candidates

How ATS Resume Scoring Works

Applicant tracking systems parse your resume into structured data — extracting your name, contact info, work history, skills, and education — then score how well that data matches the job requirements. Many ATS rejections happen because the parser couldn't extract critical fields, not because the candidate wasn't qualified.

LayerWhat It ChecksWhy It Matters
Document extractionFile format, encoding, readabilityCorrupted or image-only PDFs fail immediately
Layout analysisTables, columns, headers, footersMulti-column layouts break field extraction
Section detectionExperience, education, skills headingsNon-standard headings cause sections to be missed
Field mappingName, email, phone, dates, titlesMissing contact info is a common cause of immediate rejection
Keyword matchingJob-specific terms, skills, certificationsKeyword overlap affects recruiter search visibility and ATS scoring
Chronology checkDate ordering, gap detectionReverse-chronological order is expected by most ATS
QuantificationMetrics, numbers, measurable outcomesQuantified achievements help human reviewers and some scoring models
Confidence scoringOverall parse quality and completenessLow-confidence parses get deprioritized in results

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ResumeGeni free?
Yes. ResumeGeni is currently in beta — ATS analysis, scoring, and initial improvement suggestions are free with no signup required. Full guidance and saved reports may require a free account.
What file formats are supported?
PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, and Apple Pages. PDF and DOCX are recommended for best ATS compatibility.
How is the ATS score calculated?
Your resume is processed through an 8-layer parsing pipeline that extracts structured data the same way enterprise ATS platforms do. The score reflects how completely and accurately your resume can be parsed, plus how well your content matches common ATS ranking criteria.
Can ATS read PDF resumes?
Yes, but not all PDFs are equal. Text-based PDFs parse well. Image-only PDFs (scanned documents) and PDFs with complex tables or multi-column layouts often fail ATS parsing. Our analyzer will flag these issues.
How do I improve my ATS score?
Focus on three areas: use a clean single-column format, include keywords from the job description naturally in your experience bullets, and ensure all sections (contact, experience, education, skills) use standard headings.

ATS Guides & Resources

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International Payroll Lead

Angi · Washington, DC - Remote

At Angi®, we’ve had one simple mission for 30 years: get jobs done well. We make it happen by connecting homeowners with reliable pros who have the skills they need — and connecting pros with homeowners who have the jobs they want.

Angi at a glance:

  • Homeowners have turned to Angi for more than 300 million projects
  • 1,000+ home service tasks covered
  • 2,800 employees worldwide

Why join Angi:

Angi® is defining the future of the home services industry, creating an environment where homeowners, pros, and employees benefit from more jobs done well. 

For homeowners, our platform is a reliable way to find skilled pros. For pros, we're a reliable business partner who helps them find the winnable work they want, when they want. For employees, we’re an amazing place to call home. We can’t wait to welcome you.

About the role

Angi is seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented, and forward-thinking International Payroll Lead to lead payroll operations across five countries - Netherlands, Germany, Austria, United Kingdom and France. 

This critical role combines both strategic oversight and hands-on execution of end-to-end payroll functions to ensure accuracy, consistency, standardization, and compliance with SOX controls. As a key member of our Accounting and People Operations teams, you’ll report to the Senior Manager, Global Payroll based in the United States and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams across our international organization.

While this is a remote position, we are a global company and are looking for applicants located in eastern or central time zones to align with our team's working hours.

What you’ll do

  • Own and manage end-to-end payroll operations for Netherlands, Germany, United Kingdom, France and Austria, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant local labor laws, tax regulations, and internal governance standards
  • Partner with external payroll providers and internal stakeholders to streamline operations and resolve issues
  • Serve as the go-to contact for payroll questions from employees, vendors, and internal teams, ensuring clear and accurate communication
  • Maintain and improve payroll-related systems, processes, and controls
  • Prepare payroll reports and reconciliations for Accounting, Finance and HR teams
  • Assist with payroll journal entry preparation during month-end close
  • Support audits and implement recommendations for continuous improvement
  • Collaborate with HR to ensure data accuracy and alignment with employee lifecycle events (e.g. onboarding, promotions, terminations)
  • Support the U.S. payroll team on an as-needed basis

Who you are

  • 4+ years proven experience managing multi-country payroll operations across European jurisdictions, experience in NL, UK, DE, or FR is a plus
  • Experience managing the payroll implications of equity awards across multiple jurisdictions, including taxation, withholding, and reporting obligations
  • Strong knowledge of European labor law and statutory requirements is required
  • Strong knowledge of United States and Canadian labor law and payroll practices is preferred
  • Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated experience managing relationships with external payroll providers across multiple countries
  • Outstanding internal & external-facing customer service skills with a sense of urgency
  • Proficient in international HRIS and payroll systems (e.g., Personio, UKG/Immedis, ADP, SAP, or similar)
  • Must be self-driven and able to work autonomously
  • Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookup functions
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and international environment
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
  • Fluent written and spoken English is required

We value diversity

We know that the best ideas come from teams where diverse points of view uncover new solutions to hard problems. We welcome and value individuals who bring diverse life experiences, educational backgrounds, cultures, and work experiences.

Our hiring process may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in candidate screening and assessment. Our AI tools are designed to complement, not replace, human decision-making.

Compensation & Benefits

  • The salary band for this position ranges from $70,000 - $90,000 commensurate with experience and performance. Compensation may vary based on factors such as cost of living. 
  • This position will be eligible for a competitive year end performance bonus & equity package. 
  • Full medical, dental, vision package to fit your needs 
  • Flexible vacation policy; work hard and take time when you need it 
  • Pet discount plans & retirement plan with company match (401K) 
  • The rare opportunity to work with sharp, motivated teammates solving some of the most unique challenges and changing the world 

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