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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Accounts Receivable Clerk

Crumbl · Provo, UT

The Accounts Receivable Clerk is responsible for managing and maintaining the accurate and timely processing of incoming payments and financial records for Crumbl Franchising. This role supports the Finance & Accounting department by ensuring franchise-related receivables are collected, reconciled, and recorded in accordance with company policies. This position works under the general supervision of the Assistant Controller and Controller with a high degree of independent task execution.
The Accounts Receivable Clerk is responsible for managing and maintaining the accurate and timely processing of incoming payments and financial records for Crumbl Franchising. This role supports the Finance & Accounting department by ensuring franchise-related receivables are collected, reconciled, and recorded in accordance with company policies. This position works under the general supervision of the Assistant Controller and Controller with a high degree of independent task execution.

Benefits & Perks

- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 15 days PTO/year
- 10 paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Personal phone bill reimbursement
- Gym reimbursement
- Corporate DoorDash® DashPass membership
- Regular company and team activities
- 401k with competitive matching contribution plan
- Excellent opportunities for career growth
- Work in a hyper-growth company

Crumbl was founded in 2017 by Jason McGowan & Sawyer Hemsley in Logan, Utah. It is now the fastest-growing cookie company in the nation with over 1000 locations in the USA and Canada. Crumbl is powered by cutting-edge technology, iconic branding, delicious desserts, and passionate people.

Crumbl HQ and franchisees provide employment for over 26,000 people across the United States, and all of our franchises are owned and operated by independent members of the local community.

Crumbl’s 200+ unique cookie flavors rotate weekly and are served in our famous pink box! 

Crumbl is an equal opportunity employer. Crumbl provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status or veteran status.

Recruitment Agencies: Crumbl HQ doesn't typically partner with 3rd party recruitment resources. If we require assistance on this search we will contact selected partners directly; we do not accept unsolicited candidate submissions.

Responsibilities

  • Process and post daily accounts receivable transactions, including franchise royalty payments, fees, and other incoming revenue streams.

  • Monitor and follow up on outstanding invoices and overdue accounts, communicating professionally with franchisees to resolve payment discrepancies.

  • Reconcile accounts receivable ledger to ensure all payments are accounted for and properly posted.

  • Generate and distribute accurate invoices and statements to franchisees on a scheduled and ad hoc basis.

  • Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies or franchisee disputes in a timely manner.

  • Prepare and distribute weekly AR aging reports to the Assistant Controller and Controller.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including franchise operations, to ensure accurate account information.

  • Maintain organized and up-to-date records of all AR transactions, correspondence, and documentation in accordance with Crumbl's record-keeping policies.

  • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations and audit support.

  • Identify opportunities to improve AR processes and contribute to the development of best practices within the department.

Qualifications

  • Education: Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.

  • Experience: 2–5 years of accounts receivable or general accounting experience required; experience in a franchise or multi-entity environment is a plus.

  • Specific Skills: Proficiency in NetSuite is a plus; working knowledge of Google and Microsoft product suites.

  • Personal Characteristics: Detail-oriented, highly organized, strong communicator, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Physical Abilities: Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.

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