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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Payroll and HR Administrator

Cision · Bangalore, India

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At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate. 
 
Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we’ll create the conversations of tomorrow. 
 
Empower your impact at Cision. Be seen, be understood, be you. 
 

Job Summary: The Payroll and HR Administrator is responsible for processing payroll for employees, maintaining accurate payroll records, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. This role requires strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and knowledge of payroll systems.

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Process monthly payroll for employees
  • To work closely with Payroll vendors, Finance team and to provide general HR support.
  • Support business goals and create a positive and dynamic environment.
  • Effectively work with business to drive and maintain a proactive audit that facilitates smooth Payroll and maintaining records in a timely manner.
  • With expertise in the areas of Payroll and Admin activities, this role encompasses a broader spectrum of activities related to calculation, distribution of employee salaries, handling employee queries and conduct Induction/Exit Interviews.
  • Accurate and timely payroll processing is crucial for maintaining employee satisfaction and compliance with legal regulations (as per labor laws).
  • Handling employee concerns and fostering a culture that aligns with the organization's values.
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and central payroll laws and regulations
  • Note Payroll inputs, Handle PF queries, conduct Induction and Exit interviews.
  • Coordination with Payroll vendor, Employee Benefits and PF Team.
  • Manage end-to-end Payroll process and PF related activities.
  • Ensures maintenance of tools and systems related to Payroll.
  • Support team with the overall administration activities as/when required.
  • Participates as team member on the HR initiatives.
  • Performs other duties as required.
  • Handle payroll-related inquiries from employees
  • Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies
  • Coordinate with HR and finance departments
  • Submit payroll reports and filings to relevant authorities
  • Manage year-end processes (e.g., tax forms, reports)

Skills and Qualifications

  • Proven experience in payroll administration or a similar role
  • Strong understanding of labor laws and tax regulations
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Confidentiality and integrity when handling sensitive information
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other office tools

Education and Experience

  • Minimum – Degree in any field with relevant experience
  • 3+ years of relevant experience

 

 

Cision is the global leader in consumer and media intelligence, engagement, and communication solutions. We equip PR and corporate communications, marketing, and social media professionals with the tools they need to excel in today's data driven world. Our deep expertise, exclusive data partnerships, and award-winning products, including CisionOneBrandwatch, and PR Newswire, enable over 75,000 companies and organizations, including 84% of the Fortune 500, to see and be seen, understand and be understood by the audiences that matter most to them.
 
Cision is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and perform at their best. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion is vital to driving our culture, sparking innovation and achieving long-term success. Cision is proud to have joined more than 600 companies in signing the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ pledge and named a “Top Diversity Employer” for 2021 by DiversityJobs.com.
 
Cision is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected statuses.
 
Cision is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Cision will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected]
 
Please review our Global Candidate Data Privacy Statement to learn about Cision’s commitment to protecting personal data collected during the hiring process.