Yes. 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 parsed into structured fields such as contact information, experience, education, and skills. The score reflects how cleanly ResumeGeni can extract those fields plus format, content, and keyword signals.

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.

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Key Takeaways

Automated hiring systems can screen or route resumes before human review; ResumeGeni treats ATS scoring as parser-readiness triage, not a hiring prediction (Harvard Business School & Accenture).
The most common ATS-readiness problems are missing keywords, incompatible formatting, incomplete fields, and incorrect file types
ResumeGeni scores parseability, structure, contact fields, content completeness, skills, and keyword signals, then explains the evidence behind the score

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 use that data in search, review, and matching workflows. Parsing gaps can make a qualified candidate harder to evaluate.

Layer	What It Checks	Why It Matters
Document extraction	File format, encoding, readability	Corrupted or image-only PDFs fail immediately
Layout analysis	Tables, columns, headers, footers	Multi-column layouts break field extraction
Section detection	Experience, education, skills headings	Non-standard headings cause sections to be missed
Field mapping	Name, email, phone, dates, titles	Missing contact info is a common cause of immediate rejection
Keyword signals	Job-specific terms, skills, certifications	Keyword overlap can affect recruiter search visibility and resume-review workflows
Chronology check	Date ordering, gap detection	Reverse-chronological order is expected by most ATS
Quantification	Metrics, numbers, measurable outcomes	Quantified achievements help human reviewers and some scoring models
Confidence scoring	Overall parse quality and completeness	Low-confidence extraction means important fields may need manual review

What ResumeGeni Checks Before Keyword Matching

Keyword matching only helps after the resume can be read cleanly. ResumeGeni starts with parser-readiness signals before it evaluates wording, skills, and role fit.

Readable text: whether the uploaded file exposes selectable text instead of only a scanned image.
Standard resume structure: whether contact, summary, work experience, education, and skills sections are easy to identify.
Field extraction: whether names, email addresses, phone numbers, employers, titles, dates, degrees, and skills can be mapped into stable fields.
Format risk: whether tables, columns, text boxes, decorative icons, headers, footers, or unusual bullets could interrupt parsing.
Evidence quality: whether experience bullets include scope, tools, metrics, and outcomes rather than generic duty lists.
Keyword coverage: whether relevant tools, certifications, industry terms, and role-specific phrases appear naturally in the resume.

What Your ATS Score Means

The score is a diagnostic signal, not a hiring guarantee. A high score means ResumeGeni can extract and evaluate the resume with fewer warnings. A low score means the resume likely needs structural fixes before keyword tuning matters.

Score Range	Read	Best Next Action
90-100	Strong parser readiness with few visible gaps	Tailor keywords and achievements to the target role
75-89	Generally readable, but some sections or evidence may be weak	Fix warnings, add measurable achievements, and tighten skills
60-74	Important content may be missing, vague, or hard to map	Repair structure before rewriting bullets
Below 60	Parsing or completeness issues are likely holding the resume back	Move to a cleaner format and rebuild core sections first

What To Fix First

Start with problems that prevent a system or recruiter from reading the resume. Save small wording changes for after the structure is clean.

Priority	Fix	Reason
1	Use a text-based PDF, DOCX, or plain text resume	Image-only files and corrupted exports cannot be reliably parsed
2	Use one column and standard headings	Predictable structure improves section and field detection
3	Put contact information in the body, not only the header	Some parsers ignore header and footer regions
4	Replace vague duties with quantified achievements	Specific outcomes help both recruiter review and scoring evidence
5	Mirror role language truthfully	Relevant keywords help search and review without keyword stuffing

How To Use the Score Without Overfitting

The best use of an ATS score is triage. Fix problems that make the resume hard to parse or hard to evaluate, then stop when the document is clear. Do not chase a perfect score by adding keywords you cannot defend in an interview or by turning every bullet into a list of tools.

Checker signal	Good correction	Correction to avoid
Low parse confidence	Move to a single-column layout, standard headings, and selectable text.	Adding more keywords before the resume can be read cleanly.
Weak evidence bullets	Rewrite duties into scope, action, tool, and measurable outcome.	Inflating impact numbers or copying sample bullets that do not match your work.
Missing role terms	Add truthful tools, certifications, patient loads, stack details, or workflows from your experience.	Keyword stuffing a skills section with technologies you have not used.
Thin company fit	Compare the resume with the target role and company application guide before applying.	Submitting the same generic version to every employer.

Methodology And Limits

ResumeGeni checks format, extraction, content completeness, and keyword signals from the uploaded resume. It does not certify that every employer ATS will parse the file the same way, and it does not predict whether a recruiter will interview you.

For the scoring rubric, privacy notes, and limitations, read the ATS Resume Checker Methodology. For the broader source map behind ResumeGeni guidance, use the research hub and dated research data dashboard. For application context, use the exact company application guide or role guide that matches the job.

What the Checker Can Diagnose

Treat the ATS resume checker as a document-readiness diagnostic, not a hiring prediction. A useful check should tell you whether the resume text can be extracted, whether the major sections are recognizable, whether contact fields are present, whether bullets contain evidence, and whether role language appears naturally enough for a reviewer to understand the match.

Diagnostic area	What ResumeGeni looks for	Best correction
Text extraction	Selectable text, readable file structure, and parser confidence.	Use a text-based PDF, DOCX, or pasted text version before changing wording.
Section recognition	Standard headings for contact, summary, experience, education, skills, projects, and certifications.	Rename creative headings to conventional resume sections and keep content in the document body.
Evidence quality	Bullets with scope, action, tools, and measurable outcomes rather than generic duties.	Rewrite the most recent role first, then work backward through older experience.
Role alignment	Truthful keywords, credentials, systems, technologies, and responsibilities that match the target role.	Compare the resume with a role guide and a real posting before adding or removing terms.

Pair the Score With a Role Guide

An ATS score is the starting point. After the resume is readable, compare it with the role you are targeting so your skills, bullets, and keywords match the actual posting without keyword stuffing.

Resume path	Use this guide when the checker flags	Best next page
Clinical	Missing license, certification, patient-load, unit, EHR, or care-outcome evidence	RN resume guide
Technical	Thin stack detail, unclear shipped features, missing testing, deployment, or performance evidence	Full-stack developer resume guide or Android developer resume guide
Portfolio	Case studies, client scope, shipped work, project outcomes, or collaboration signals are too vague	Product designer resume guide or Freelancer resume guide
People operations	HRIS, compliance, hiring, retention, employee-relations, or policy examples are missing	Human resources manager resume guide

Role-specific next steps

Resume guides by job title — choose the closest role guide before rewriting bullets.
Skills guides by job title — check which tools, certifications, and workflows belong in the skills section.
Keyword benchmarks — use corpus-level keyword examples as context, not as a stuffing checklist.
Company application guides — compare resume preparation with employer-specific application and ATS context.

Where This Checker Fits in the Application Path

Use the checker as a diagnostic gate between drafting and applying. It is strongest when the next action is specific: fix parsing risks, rewrite vague bullets, add missing role evidence, or compare the resume against a real posting. It is weaker when treated as a hiring predictor or a substitute for role judgment.

Signal from the checker	Best next page	Reason
Formatting or parsing warnings	ATS compatibility methodology	Review the scoring categories and limits before changing the file structure.
Weak or generic experience bullets	Resume guides by job title	Find role-specific examples and replace duties with evidence, scope, and outcomes.
Missing tools, systems, or certifications	Skills guides by job title	Check which skills belong in the resume and which should appear only when truthful.
Company-specific application concerns	Company application guides	Compare employer context, ATS signals, and open-role language before final tailoring.

Sources Used For This Checker

ResumeGeni's checker combines product analysis with public resume-writing, occupational, and structured-data references. These sources inform parser-readiness guidance; they do not certify that any employer or ATS vendor will score a resume the same way.

Harvard Business School and Accenture: Hidden Workers: Untapped Talent — employer screening and automated-hiring context.
CareerOneStop Resume Guide formatting guidance — public resume-formatting guidance from the U.S. Department of Labor's CareerOneStop.
O*NET OnLine — occupation tasks, skills, and role terminology used to evaluate keyword coverage.
ATS Resume Checker Methodology and ResumeGeni Research Hub — ResumeGeni's public scoring categories, limits, and preferred evidence map.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ResumeGeni free?: Yes. 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 parsed into structured fields such as contact information, experience, education, and skills. The score reflects how cleanly ResumeGeni can extract those fields plus format, content, and keyword signals.
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.

Preferred ATS Checker Resource Spine

Research and methodology

ATS Resume Checker Methodology — the scoring rubric, upload limits, and non-guarantees.
ResumeGeni Research Hub — the preferred routing page for methodology, data, and premium guide evidence.
Research Data Dashboard — the dated corpus snapshot and data-use limits.
Keyword Benchmarks — corpus-backed keyword patterns to use as context, not as a stuffing checklist.

Product workflow

Free resume builder — rebuild structure, preview the resume, and export after the score is usable.
Resume guides by job title — choose the closest role guide before rewriting bullets.
Skills guides by job title — check which tools, certifications, and workflows belong in the skills section.
Company application guides — compare resume preparation with employer-specific application context.

Premium resume guide examples

Trust and scope

Editorial standards — how ResumeGeni creates, reviews, and corrects public guidance.
Coverage — the published, planned, parked, and refused role-resource map.

AssetWatch serves global manufacturers by powering manufacturing uptime through the delivery of an unparalleled condition monitoring experience, with a passion to care about the assets our customers care for every day. We are a devoted and capable team that includes world-renowned engineers and distinguished business leaders united by a common goal – To build the future of predictive maintenance. As we enter the next phase of rapid growth, we are seeking people to help lead the journey.

What’s the Opportunity

We are seeking a Payroll Manager to join our growing finance team, reporting to the Director of Accounting. This individual will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of domestic and international payroll across the organization. This role serves as a subject matter expert on payroll operations, tax compliance, and system administration—primarily within Rippling—while partnering closely with HR, Finance, and Legal to ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

This role is located in the United States (remote).

Key Responsibilities

US Payroll Processing

Manage end-to-end semi-monthly, bi-weekly, and off-cycle US payroll runs in Rippling for all employee types, including full-time, part-time, and contractors
Review and validate payroll inputs including new hires, terminations, salary changes, bonuses, commissions, and deductions prior to processing
Ensure proper configuration of Rippling payroll settings including pay groups, earnings codes, deduction types, and benefits integrations
Partner with HR and Finance to reconcile payroll data and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
Administer garnishments, wage assignments, and other court-ordered deductions in accordance with applicable law

International Payroll Processing

Oversee payroll processing for international employees across multiple countries, working with in-country payroll providers and Rippling's EOR/global payroll infrastructure
Coordinate payroll calendars, funding schedules, and approval workflows to meet international payroll deadlines
Maintain awareness of country-specific payroll regulations, mandatory contributions, and statutory deductions (e.g., social insurance, pension, income tax withholding)
Serve as the primary liaison with third-party international payroll vendors, ensuring data accuracy, timeliness, and compliance

Payroll Tax Compliance & Filings

Review federal, state, and local employment tax returns including Form 941, FUTA (940), state unemployment insurance (SUI), and local withholding filings to the applicable jurisdictions
Manage registration, maintenance, and closure of employer tax accounts across all required US jurisdictions as the company expands or reduces its footprint
Ensure accurate and timely year-end processing including W-2, W-2c, and 1099 filings, and coordinate distribution to employees
Monitor and respond to notices from tax agencies; research and resolve tax discrepancies, penalties, and interest assessments
Stay current on legislative and regulatory changes affecting payroll tax obligations and update internal processes accordingly
Support international payroll tax compliance by coordinating with local advisors on statutory filings, annual employer returns, and employee tax certificates (e.g., P60, T4, BAS)

Systems, Reporting & Process Improvement

Serve as a Rippling power user and internal resource for payroll configuration, troubleshooting, and new feature adoption
Build and maintain payroll reports and dashboards to support Finance, HR, and executive leadership needs
Maintain payroll controls documentation, standard operating procedures, and audit-ready records
Lead or participate in payroll-related audits, both internal and external (e.g., workers' compensation, SOX)
Identify and drive process improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of payroll operations

401(k) Audit Coordination & Support

Serve as the primary payroll contact for the annual 401(k) plan audit, coordinating with the plan administrator, TPA, and external auditors throughout the engagement
Prepare and deliver audit-ready payroll data including eligible compensation, employee and employer contribution schedules, deferral elections, true-up calculations, and census data
Reconcile 401(k) contribution remittances against payroll records and plan statements to ensure accuracy and timeliness of deposits in accordance with DOL guidelines
Identify, research, and support correction of contribution errors or late deposits, including preparation of VFCP filings or self-correction documentation as needed
Maintain organized audit support files including payroll-to-plan reconciliations and funding confirmations throughout the plan year for rapid retrieval during audit
Partner with HR Benefits and PeopleOps to ensure plan eligibility, auto-enrollment, catch-up contributions, and loan repayments are accurately reflected in payroll
Support Form 5500 preparation by providing payroll-sourced data and responding to auditor inquiries related to compensation and contribution testing

Qualifications

5+ years of end-to-end payroll processing experience, including multi-state US payroll
Demonstrated experience with Rippling payroll administration
Hands-on experience with employment tax filings across federal, state, and local jurisdictions
Strong understanding of US payroll regulations, including FLSA, IRS withholding requirements, FICA, FUTA, and SUI
Experience managing relationships with third-party payroll or EOR vendors for international employees
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for data analysis and reconciliation
High degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) designation
Experience processing payroll in Canada, UK, Mexico, or other key international markets
Familiarity with NetSuite or similar ERP/HRIS platforms and payroll data integrations
Experience supporting payroll in a high-growth, scaling environment

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What We Offer:
AssetWatch is a remote-first company that puts people at the center of everything we do. We want our team members to thrive - that’s why we offer a range of benefits and perks designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

Competitive compensation package including stock options
Flexible work schedule
Comprehensive benefits including retirement plan match
Opportunity to make a real impact every day
Work with a dynamic and growing team
Unlimited PTO

We have a distributed team that works remotely across locations in the United States and Ontario, Canada. Collaboration within core working hours is required.